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VU54 YXH

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,770 mi
Last recorded93,770 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 YXH
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 93,770 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 84,724 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2016 84,724 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2015 81,091 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Nov 2015 81,083 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 77,919 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2013 72,927 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 72,927 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 69,340 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 59,412 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 49,587 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 49,367 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 39,734 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 39,734 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,770 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 21,128 miles

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

nearside front top suspension washer is corroded.

offside front inner C/V joint gaitor, is holed & leaking.

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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VU54 YXH is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VU54 YXH, 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 VU54 YXH registered?

VU54 YXH is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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