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HN54 KFA

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

55,186 mi
Last recorded55,186 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN54 KFA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc
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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 55,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 55,173 miles

Position lamp not working all not working ignition off (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 53,732 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 53,722 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 50,747 miles

both rear tyres are cracking in tread

child seats fitted to offside rear and center rear

front brake pads getting low

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Fail 21 Sep 2017 50,747 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

both rear tyres are cracking in tread

child seats fitted to offside rear and center rear

front brake pads getting low

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Oct 2016 48,176 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 26 Sep 2016 48,176 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Sep 2015 44,558 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 40,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 35,271 miles

Damage to both N/S doors and N/S/F bumper

Plastic cover fitted to engine

Pass 13 Sep 2012 28,201 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 21,229 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 21,229 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 19,822 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 19,822 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,428 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 17,428 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,134 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wiper bldes in a poor.

Pass 5 Sep 2007 11,477 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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HN54 KFA is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HN54 KFA, 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.

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What year was HN54 KFA registered?

HN54 KFA is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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