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FY54 YHC

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,837 mi
Last recorded130,837 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 YHC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 130,837 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 123,633 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 114,392 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 106,222 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 Aug 2015 106,221 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) inscure (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 97,996 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 88,454 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 88,454 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 83,839 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 74,997 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 64,668 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 53,537 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 38,752 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 32,123 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 YHC is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YHC, 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 YHC registered?

FY54 YHC is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is FY54 YHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 YHC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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