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WP04 NDL

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

92,554 mi
Last recorded92,554 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP04 NDL
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 92,554 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 92,554 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 92,448 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 92,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 86,100 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

n/s/r tyre has cut on tread.

Fail 13 Nov 2014 86,060 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

n/s/r tyre has cut on tread.

Pass 15 Nov 2013 80,127 miles

front discs corroded

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 Jun 2012 71,539 miles

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

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

front tyres no tread on inner edge

Fail 30 Jun 2012 71,539 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

front tyres no tread on inner edge

Pass 2 Jul 2011 60,711 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jun 2011 60,460 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 48,276 miles

front discs slightly worn

Pass 24 Jun 2009 36,103 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 36,103 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,545 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 15,321 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 15,321 miles

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)

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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WP04 NDL is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 WP04 NDL, 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 WP04 NDL registered?

WP04 NDL is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 June 2004.

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