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MT54 DTZ

2004 Fiat Idea

Orange Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,767 mi
Last recorded101,767 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 DTZ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 101,767 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 94,940 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 87,480 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 78,400 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 78,400 miles

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

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

requires tracking

Pass 26 Nov 2013 69,149 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 60,112 miles

Exhaust back box resting against body

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 60,112 miles

Exhaust back box resting against body

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 52,361 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 44,659 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 37,765 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 37,764 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

offside front brakes slow to release

Pass 18 Nov 2008 30,484 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 22,983 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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MT54 DTZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Orange with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MT54 DTZ, 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 MT54 DTZ registered?

MT54 DTZ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is MT54 DTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 DTZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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