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WR54 SVJ

2004 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,371 mi
Last recorded73,371 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR54 SVJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 73,371 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 68,647 miles

Coolant leak Thermostat area ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 68,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak Thermostat area ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 61,293 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 52,300 miles

Oil leak ()

previous welding repairs to o/s sill

Fail 7 Nov 2017 52,277 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre sill (5.2.6)

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

radiator showing signs of leaking red antifreeze

reverse light switch broken and appears to be leaking gearbox oil

Pass 9 Nov 2016 51,174 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 49,499 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 47,819 miles

rear tyres spilt and perishing

Pass 25 Nov 2013 45,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slight corrosion to underbody

tyres perished

Pass 3 Dec 2012 42,556 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 42,552 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 39,712 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 36,438 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 32,172 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 28,130 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 23,334 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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WR54 SVJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WR54 SVJ, 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 WR54 SVJ registered?

WR54 SVJ is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is WR54 SVJ safe to buy?

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