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LF04 BHW

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,826 mi
Last recorded75,826 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 BHW
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 75,826 miles

Advanced corrosion on exhaust at rear

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 21 May 2019 75,824 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Advanced corrosion on exhaust at rear

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 60,435 miles

Coil springs are corroded

Front brake discs are slightly corroded

Ns front and ns rear tyres have worn to 3mm

Ns front brake hose is perishing

Pass 22 May 2017 54,453 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 45,581 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 44,213 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 42,526 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 40,329 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,133 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,076 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 29,830 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 24,589 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 20,067 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 15,207 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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LF04 BHW is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LF04 BHW, 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 LF04 BHW registered?

LF04 BHW is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 6 April 2004.

Is LF04 BHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF04 BHW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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