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SG54 WMJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,222 mi
Last recorded67,222 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG54 WMJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 67,222 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front tyre bald on inside edge

Fail 16 Sep 2017 67,222 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front tyre bald on inside edge

Pass 3 Sep 2016 60,265 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 19 Aug 2015 58,269 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

corrosion build up on suspension components of vehicle

corrosion starting to develop on underside of vehicle

nearside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

offside front brake hose insecurely mounted to strut

offside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

Fail 19 Aug 2015 58,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

corrosion build up on suspension components of vehicle

corrosion starting to develop on underside of vehicle

nearside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

offside front brake hose insecurely mounted to strut

offside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

Pass 2 Sep 2014 53,873 miles

cooling fan noisy

exhaust system starting to deteriorate

nearside rear tyre tread area has slight distortion

offside rear tyre tread area has slight distortion

Fail 2 Sep 2014 53,873 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

cooling fan noisy

exhaust system starting to deteriorate

nearside rear tyre tread area has slight distortion

offside rear tyre tread area has slight distortion

Pass 6 Aug 2013 48,834 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)

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2013 48,834 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2012 45,662 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 45,662 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 43,551 miles

engine light on

power steering warning light on but steering ok!!!

slight tears on nearside wiper

Pass 27 Mar 2010 40,544 miles

eletric power steering light on steering ok..suggest dealer plug in and check

Pass 30 Mar 2009 37,173 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 37,173 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 32,727 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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SG54 WMJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SG54 WMJ, 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 SG54 WMJ registered?

SG54 WMJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is SG54 WMJ safe to buy?

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