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SE53 ZMU

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

88,168 mi
Last recorded88,168 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE53 ZMU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 88,168 miles

Recent welding repairs carried out, firm to inspection

advise n/s/r sill scaby

Fail 15 Jul 2019 88,154 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust slight blow affecting emissions (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases affecting emmisions (6.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

advise n/s/r sill scaby

Pass 24 Jul 2018 79,452 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 79,426 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))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 78,327 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2017 78,320 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 68,357 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2016 68,353 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 63,812 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 63,811 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 55,751 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust front flexi corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2014 55,751 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust front flexi corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2013 52,519 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 52,328 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 43,236 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 43,236 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 32,125 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 26,518 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 23,443 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 23,430 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 21,149 miles

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

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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SE53 ZMU is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 SE53 ZMU, 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 SE53 ZMU registered?

SE53 ZMU is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 25 February 2004.

Is SE53 ZMU safe to buy?

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