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SK04 GEP

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,830 mi
Last recorded83,830 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK04 GEP
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 83,830 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush x2 (2.7.4)

areas of floor and inner sills corroded but not excessively

exhaust in poor condition

wiperblades split but still cleaning screen

Fail 13 Nov 2017 83,829 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush x2 (2.7.4)

areas of floor and inner sills corroded but not excessively

exhaust in poor condition

wiperblades split but still cleaning screen

Pass 10 Nov 2016 82,141 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 82,141 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 75,003 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 69,575 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2013 67,961 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Coolant leak

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 67,961 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 63,424 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 55,665 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 48,384 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 48,382 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 39,543 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 4 Jul 2008 30,247 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 30,247 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 30,228 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 28,172 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 28,172 miles

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

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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SK04 GEP is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SK04 GEP, 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 SK04 GEP registered?

SK04 GEP is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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