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ML54 MHY

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

89,972 mi
Last recorded89,972 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 MHY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 89,972 miles

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

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

offside washer jet not working pass and advice

Fail 27 May 2017 89,972 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

offside washer jet not working pass and advice

Pass 27 May 2016 71,646 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside front seat slight play in the sliding runners

Pass 1 Jun 2015 54,030 miles

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Fail 1 Jun 2015 54,030 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 29 May 2014 34,505 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 30 Mar 2013 19,363 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 19,363 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 17,668 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,976 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 14,149 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 12,929 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 30 May 2008 11,295 miles

Offside Front 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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ML54 MHY is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ML54 MHY, 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 ML54 MHY registered?

ML54 MHY is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 2 December 2004.

Is ML54 MHY safe to buy?

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