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RA54 JFN

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,208 mi
Last recorded69,208 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 JFN
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 69,208 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 63,051 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 58,043 miles

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 11 Jul 2016 52,534 miles

exhaust corroded but not leaking

Fail 11 Jul 2016 52,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1956015 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

exhaust corroded but not leaking

Pass 9 Jul 2015 47,313 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 41,080 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 35,652 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,410 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 25,429 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 18,984 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 18,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 7,818 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 7,204 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 6,164 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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RA54 JFN is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RA54 JFN, 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 RA54 JFN registered?

RA54 JFN is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 10 November 2004.

Is RA54 JFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA54 JFN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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