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MK54 UPW

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

79,499 mi
Last recorded79,499 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 UPW
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 79,499 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jan 2024 79,499 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 73,885 miles

AIR FILTER INSECURE

Fail 3 Nov 2022 73,831 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail TOUCHING TRACK ROD END ON LOCK (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering SILL (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

AIR FILTER INSECURE

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 69,990 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 66,023 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Boths sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides, lower spring cups (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 66,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Boths sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides, lower spring cups (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 63,614 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 61,132 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 57,790 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 54,757 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 54,756 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 51,809 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 47,751 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 47,751 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 71,453 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 43,990 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 39,707 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 35,956 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 32,677 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 32,677 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 28,736 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 22,040 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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MK54 UPW is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 MK54 UPW, 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 UPW registered?

MK54 UPW is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 5 October 2004.

Is MK54 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK54 UPW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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