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WF53 BDV

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,080 mi
Last recorded107,080 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 BDV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 107,080 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 107,080 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 102,727 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 98,749 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 98,745 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 84,995 miles

Nearside Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 24 Jan 2014 84,995 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 77,414 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 69,714 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 63,094 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 53,594 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 42,814 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 33,370 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 21,763 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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WF53 BDV is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WF53 BDV, 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 WF53 BDV registered?

WF53 BDV is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 19 February 2004.

Is WF53 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF53 BDV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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