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MK54 EKA

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,727 mi
Last recorded92,727 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 EKA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 92,727 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 87,461 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 84,684 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 813,222 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 125,264 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 75,503 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 73,038 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s front flexy brake hose supported with none standard clip

one exhaust mounting broken

Pass 2 Sep 2010 68,996 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 68,899 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 55,903 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 41,837 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 41,837 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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MK54 EKA is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MK54 EKA, 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 MK54 EKA registered?

MK54 EKA is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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