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SN04 SGJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,670 mi
Last recorded85,670 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 SGJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 85,670 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 78,323 miles

drivers door handle poor condition

exhaust poor condition

front tyres worn low

Fail 20 Sep 2013 78,323 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

drivers door handle poor condition

exhaust poor condition

front tyres worn low

Pass 26 Sep 2012 69,788 miles

flexi exhaust poor conditiob

o/s/r brake flexi ferrule rusted

tracking

Fail 24 Sep 2012 69,788 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

flexi exhaust poor conditiob

o/s/r brake flexi ferrule rusted

tracking

Pass 29 Sep 2011 61,793 miles

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 54,230 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 43,241 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 34,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 34,490 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 22,382 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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SN04 SGJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SN04 SGJ, 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 SN04 SGJ registered?

SN04 SGJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is SN04 SGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN04 SGJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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