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SM54 XJV

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

70,621 mi
Last recorded70,621 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 XJV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 70,621 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 70,620 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 67,209 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 67,209 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 65,415 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2016 65,382 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn badly on inside edge 185/65/14 (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 65,251 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 65,251 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 59,307 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Nov 2013 54,572 miles

Oil leak

back box skin falling off

Pass 21 Nov 2012 52,186 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 42,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 46,015 miles

front wipers torn

rear no plate damaged

rear section exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2011 46,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

front wipers torn

rear no plate damaged

rear section exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2010 39,557 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 33,070 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 33,070 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 28,616 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 20,499 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 20,499 miles

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

Oil leak

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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SM54 XJV is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SM54 XJV, 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 SM54 XJV?

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What year was SM54 XJV registered?

SM54 XJV is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is SM54 XJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 XJV shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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