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ML54 ZXN

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,747 mi
Last recorded75,747 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML54 ZXN
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2020 75,747 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement LOWER GEAR BOX STEADY MOUNT (6.1.8 (a) (i))

AIR BOX INSECURE

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

ENGINE MISFIRING

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 72,298 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 68,026 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 62,808 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 59,171 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 54,542 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 50,084 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2013 44,997 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 14 Aug 2012 40,217 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 40,217 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 35,359 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 31,227 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 26,230 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 20,417 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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ML54 ZXN is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ML54 ZXN, 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 ML54 ZXN registered?

ML54 ZXN is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is ML54 ZXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML54 ZXN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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