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RV54 NCC

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

137,455 mi
Last recorded137,455 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 NCC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 137,455 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 132,172 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 125,948 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2024 125,947 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 118,547 miles

Coolant leak nearside of rad leaking ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 118,264 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative both headlights (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coolant leak back of rad n\s ()

Pass 13 Aug 2022 103,662 miles

exhaust system deteriorated in places

Pass 25 Aug 2021 90,956 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

silencer skin deteriorated

Fail 23 Aug 2021 90,922 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

silencer skin deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2020 78,268 miles

Rear Rear Exhaust Box Corrossion

Pass 19 Aug 2019 72,103 miles

Nearside Front mecpherson strut top cup slightly corroded

silencer slightly corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2018 65,091 miles

rear exhaust box corrosion

Pass 23 Aug 2017 58,064 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

advise corrosion rear exhaust box

Pass 22 Aug 2016 53,039 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 44,278 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 34,346 miles

NSF top mount cup under bonnet corroding

Pass 29 Aug 2013 27,750 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 20,274 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 20,274 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 15,780 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 12,705 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,684 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 7,917 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 5,571 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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RV54 NCC is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 RV54 NCC, 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 RV54 NCC registered?

RV54 NCC is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is RV54 NCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV54 NCC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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