CarVerify

Free Car Check

RL53 VYC

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

98,855 mi
Last recorded98,855 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Fiat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL53 VYC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2024 98,855 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust flex detiorated

Pass 11 Jan 2023 90,894 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 84,854 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 84,854 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 78,911 miles

Both rear shock absorbers corroded slightly

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Axle corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2021 78,911 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Both rear shock absorbers corroded slightly

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2019 67,211 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust front mount in poor condition

Fail 25 Jun 2019 67,210 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust front mount in poor condition

Pass 27 Jun 2018 58,770 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

exhaust front mount not supporting system

Fail 27 Jun 2018 58,770 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside registration plate lamp not working

exhaust front mount not supporting system

Pass 14 Jun 2017 51,796 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 42,025 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 42,025 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 40,642 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 37,271 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2014 37,332 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 32,957 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2012 27,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear exhaust deteriated

Fail 16 Oct 2012 27,879 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 26 Oct 2011 22,185 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 20,758 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 19,502 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 18,031 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 14,818 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 10,444 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
Full Fiat Idea reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RL53 VYC is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VYC, 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 VYC?

You can check the full history of RL53 VYC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RL53 VYC registered?

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

Is RL53 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL53 VYC shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RL53 VYC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RL53 VYC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.