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RY54 VDF

2004 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

61,738 mi
Last recorded61,738 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY54 VDF
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2012 61,738 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2012 61,738 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 18 May 2011 54,833 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

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

air bag warning light on

both rear tyres heavily perished 195/60r15

coolant staining to radiator

front brake discs worn

front brake pads 70% worn

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2011 54,833 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

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

air bag warning light on

both rear tyres heavily perished 195/60r15

coolant staining to radiator

front brake discs worn

front brake pads 70% worn

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 29 Jan 2010 42,502 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 42,502 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2009 31,493 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 31,493 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2007 24,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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RY54 VDF is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 RY54 VDF, 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 RY54 VDF?

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What year was RY54 VDF registered?

RY54 VDF is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is RY54 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY54 VDF shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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