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PY53 OLT

2004 Fiat Idea

Orange Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,225 mi
Last recorded112,225 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY53 OLT
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 112,225 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 106,218 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 102,752 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 102,540 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front discs pitted

Fail 1 Oct 2011 102,540 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front discs pitted

Pass 27 Sep 2010 91,541 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 77,432 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 Sep 2008 62,214 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 53,135 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 34,051 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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PY53 OLT is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Orange with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PY53 OLT, 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 PY53 OLT registered?

PY53 OLT is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 20 February 2004.

Is PY53 OLT safe to buy?

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