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LY04 XNG

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,145 mi
Last recorded88,145 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 XNG
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 88,145 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 88,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 83,778 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 24 Feb 2012 79,440 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 75,605 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 73,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust system corroded

offside rear tyre low tread

signs of grease around nearside front outer driveshaft gaiter

Pass 1 Jul 2010 73,180 miles

exhaust system corroded

offside rear tyre low tread

signs of grease around nearside front outer driveshaft gaiter

Pass 23 Jun 2009 67,363 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2008 53,507 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 53,507 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 37,078 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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LY04 XNG is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LY04 XNG, 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 LY04 XNG registered?

LY04 XNG is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is LY04 XNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY04 XNG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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