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SM04 XLC

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,054 mi
Last recorded70,054 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2012
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 XLC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2012 70,054 miles

back box corroded but not blown.

front exhaust pipe clamp broken but is supported.

rear tyres side wall cracked.

Pass 5 Apr 2011 62,770 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 62,770 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 56,310 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 47,279 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 38,453 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 30,201 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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SM04 XLC is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SM04 XLC, 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 SM04 XLC registered?

SM04 XLC is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is SM04 XLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM04 XLC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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