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LV54 DOU

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,942 mi
Last recorded67,942 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV54 DOU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 67,942 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 54,324 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 54,316 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2011 46,037 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 39,638 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

advise both inner cv gaitors weeping grease.

Pass 27 Aug 2009 34,240 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 28,897 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 28,897 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 21,917 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LV54 DOU is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LV54 DOU, 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

How do I check the history of LV54 DOU?

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What year was LV54 DOU registered?

LV54 DOU is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is LV54 DOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV54 DOU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV54 DOU have outstanding finance?

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