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MT04 YOJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

104,321 mi
Last recorded104,321 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT04 YOJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 104,321 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

back box detoriated

under body and suspension components have slight corrosion

Fail 17 Mar 2020 104,345 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

back box detoriated

under body and suspension components have slight corrosion

Fail 9 Mar 2020 104,388 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn top shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. seat runners not locking in as intended (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn top shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall split all the way round tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slit split in inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 96,548 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2018 86,375 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper blade starting to split

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear brake pipe marked in yellow has very small stain but no signs of leaking under pressure

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust back box heavily corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2018 86,365 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front wiper blade starting to split

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear brake pipe marked in yellow has very small stain but no signs of leaking under pressure

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust back box heavily corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2017 80,548 miles

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2016 73,397 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 61,994 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 55,590 miles

front tyres low on inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2012 48,267 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 44,221 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 39,384 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 35,168 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 35,168 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2008 34,940 miles

Engine management light on.

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 34,940 miles

Engine management light on.

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 27,072 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)

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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MT04 YOJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 MT04 YOJ, 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 MT04 YOJ registered?

MT04 YOJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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