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WN54 VZE

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

71,080 mi
Last recorded71,080 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN54 VZE
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 71,080 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2020 70,947 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 65,647 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 61,026 miles

Offside Front wiper blade split

fuel pump damp

Fail 21 Mar 2018 61,026 miles

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

Offside Front wiper blade split

fuel pump damp

Pass 10 Mar 2017 56,770 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 53,516 miles

both rear tyres are starting to split

Fail 31 Mar 2016 53,513 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres are starting to split

Fail 20 Oct 2014 52,176 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/F tyre has damage to outer sidewall but NOT deep enough to reach ply or cord

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 52,176 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/F tyre has damage to outer sidewall but NOT deep enough to reach ply or cord

Pass 31 Oct 2013 47,644 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 47,644 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 43,686 miles

advise nearside front tyre low on tread

Pass 25 Nov 2011 39,479 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 39,479 miles

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 35,210 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 30,381 miles

n/s wheel arch starting to catch tyre.

rear wiper blade split.

Pass 17 Nov 2008 27,023 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 37,121 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2007 37,121 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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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WN54 VZE is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 WN54 VZE, 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 WN54 VZE registered?

WN54 VZE is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is WN54 VZE safe to buy?

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