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PY04 FDC

2004 Fiat Idea

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,639 mi
Last recorded123,639 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY04 FDC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2014 123,639 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 117,763 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 117,763 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 112,579 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 25 Mar 2011 105,729 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 101,926 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 95,045 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre worn on edge.

Pass 14 May 2008 79,135 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2008 79,135 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2007 55,738 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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PY04 FDC is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PY04 FDC, 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 PY04 FDC registered?

PY04 FDC is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is PY04 FDC safe to buy?

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