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RL53 VYA

2004 Fiat Idea

Orange Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,988 mi
Last recorded49,988 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL53 VYA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 49,988 miles

Coolant leak

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 31 May 2012 49,411 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 47,606 miles

front brake discs lipped and corroded

Pass 18 May 2010 43,668 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 39,976 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 39,976 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 34,476 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 28,601 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 25,149 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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RL53 VYA is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Orange with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RL53 VYA, 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

How do I check the history of RL53 VYA?

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What year was RL53 VYA registered?

RL53 VYA is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is RL53 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL53 VYA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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