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HY54 VZJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Green Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,325 mi
Last recorded89,325 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY54 VZJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 89,325 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2017 87,929 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 25 Aug 2017 87,929 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2016 86,617 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall cracked

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 86,617 miles

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot lid (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall cracked

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 85,793 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 85,015 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 83,985 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 78,752 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

exhaust system deteriorated

nearside front tyre showing signs of parishing

Pass 6 Sep 2011 72,216 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 67,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 67,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 51,611 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 34,693 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 27,909 miles

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

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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HY54 VZJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Green with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HY54 VZJ, 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 HY54 VZJ registered?

HY54 VZJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is HY54 VZJ safe to buy?

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