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LY04 SPZ

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

68,863 mi
Last recorded68,863 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 SPZ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2022 68,863 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant from gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2022 68,705 miles

Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle exterior handle damaged (6.2.3 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant from gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 66,419 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 5 Mar 2021 66,419 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 15 Oct 2020 66,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

rear silencer corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2019 57,467 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 46,997 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 38,642 miles

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Oct 2016 31,811 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 29,272 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2014 27,606 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 26,527 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 26,527 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 27 May 2010 24,646 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 20,790 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 16,628 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 16,628 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2007 12,625 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 21,781 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LY04 SPZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LY04 SPZ, 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 LY04 SPZ registered?

LY04 SPZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is LY04 SPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY04 SPZ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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