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SH04 NHU

2004 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,370 mi
Last recorded8,370 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH04 NHU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 8,370 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 8,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 29 May 2019 7,827 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 6,589 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 6,849 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 6,582 miles

eml light on

Fail 23 Apr 2015 6,279 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 6,279 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 5,982 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 5,720 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 5,720 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 5,549 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 5,328 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 5,092 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 5,092 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 4,905 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 4,905 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 4,707 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 4,513 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 4,513 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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SH04 NHU is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SH04 NHU, 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

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What year was SH04 NHU registered?

SH04 NHU is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is SH04 NHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH04 NHU shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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