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SM54 XLX

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,335 mi
Last recorded73,335 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 XLX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2014 73,335 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 68,813 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2012 61,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 61,850 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 58,710 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 55,792 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 47,047 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 36,755 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2007 27,188 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 27,188 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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SM54 XLX is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM54 XLX, 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 SM54 XLX registered?

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

Is SM54 XLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 XLX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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