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FY54 YFP

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

28,629 mi
Last recorded28,629 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 YFP
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 28,629 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 27,337 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 25,810 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 24,761 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 23,905 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 23,029 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 22,346 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 22,346 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 20,938 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 19,655 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 18,331 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 17,162 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 16,154 miles

both front tyres scrubbed on inner edges

Pass 24 Oct 2013 15,018 miles

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Fail 24 Oct 2013 15,018 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2012 13,693 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 12,582 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 11,367 miles

o/s/f n/s/f tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 Nov 2009 9,981 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 7,637 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 5,915 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Idea?

Based on 60,263 MOT tests across 3,964 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
5,413
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
3,964
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,425
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,119
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 1,975
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,044
Direction indicator incorrect colour 745
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FY54 YFP is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Idea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 56,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Idea fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,425 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY54 YFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Idea typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Fiat Idea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY54 YFP registered?

FY54 YFP is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 27 October 2004.

Is FY54 YFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 YFP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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