CarVerify

Free Car Check

SG54 DLU

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,982 mi
Last recorded32,982 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationSG54 DLU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
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

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 32,982 miles

n/s&o/s rear coil springs corroded

n/s&o/s rear tyres worn out of shape (n/s 2003 tyre o/s 2004 tyre)

rear axle assembly corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2020 32,982 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

n/s&o/s rear coil springs corroded

n/s&o/s rear tyres worn out of shape (n/s 2003 tyre o/s 2004 tyre)

rear axle assembly corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2019 32,577 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 32,565 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 31,451 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to o/s outer sill at rear

Pass 12 Sep 2017 29,982 miles

o/s front tyre worn inner edge

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 12 Sep 2016 28,387 miles

front tyres worn inner edge also sidewall damage n/s front

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 15 Sep 2015 26,717 miles

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

exhaust deteriorated

sidewall damage n/s front tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2014 24,715 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust deteriated

Pass 19 Sep 2013 22,986 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 20,714 miles

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 7 Sep 2011 19,145 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 17,607 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 16,060 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,200 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 11,764 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
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

SG54 DLU is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SG54 DLU, 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 SG54 DLU?

You can check the full history of SG54 DLU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SG54 DLU registered?

SG54 DLU is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is SG54 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG54 DLU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SG54 DLU 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 SG54 DLU. 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.