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SO54 BNN

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

154,222 mi
Last recorded154,222 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 BNN
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 154,222 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Jun 2020 154,218 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Metal on metal (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 146,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 146,800 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SCILL HOLED MARKED IN YELLOW (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 133,241 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 124,954 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 124,953 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 119,612 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 119,608 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 106,114 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 90,182 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 May 2014 90,182 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 82,720 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 73,466 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2012 73,466 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 62,158 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 58,603 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 50,342 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 50,342 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 46,360 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 46,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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SO54 BNN is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 SO54 BNN, 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 SO54 BNN registered?

SO54 BNN is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 November 2004.

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