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SE04 UXP

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

78,615 mi
Last recorded78,615 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE04 UXP
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 78,615 miles

Backbox outer shell peeling.

Both rear shockers corroded.

Both rear springs corroded.

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear. (1.4.A.2f)

EML on.

Engine was overheating.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From lambda hole and flexi flange. (7.1.2)

Unable to inspect front outer brake pads due to wheel trims.

Fail 4 Oct 2017 78,610 miles

Emissions not tested Due to engine over heating. (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported Front hangar broken. (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both front. (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear. (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (8.2.2)

Backbox outer shell peeling.

Both rear shockers corroded.

Both rear springs corroded.

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear. (1.4.A.2f)

EML on.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From lambda hole and flexi flange. (7.1.2)

Unable to inspect front outer brake pads due to wheel trims.

Pass 16 Sep 2016 74,396 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 74,182 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 69,972 miles

Lower engine mounting bracket not fully secure (6.1.D.1b)

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2015 69,972 miles

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

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

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

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2014 65,645 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 60,710 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

tyre tracking needed on offside front and rear. oil leak at sump plug

Fail 23 Aug 2013 60,710 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

tyre tracking needed on offside front and rear. oil leak at sump plug

Pass 22 Aug 2012 55,114 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 51,324 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 46,615 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 41,115 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 41,115 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 33,429 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 33,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2007 25,225 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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SE04 UXP is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 SE04 UXP, 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 SE04 UXP registered?

SE04 UXP is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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