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SW54 DUJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,260 mi
Last recorded53,260 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW54 DUJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2015 53,260 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 49,537 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 49,537 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 43,816 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 39,211 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 34,581 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

o/s/f tyre has cut in tread but cords not showing

Pass 22 Nov 2010 29,355 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 25,433 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 22,662 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 22,662 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 18,371 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 18,369 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SW54 DUJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SW54 DUJ, 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 SW54 DUJ registered?

SW54 DUJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is SW54 DUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW54 DUJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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