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WU54 VUM

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,646 mi
Last recorded94,646 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 VUM
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 94,646 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 38,146 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 36,095 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 34,139 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s/f strut top mount cup corroded.

Pass 5 Sep 2016 31,895 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 28,910 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 26,323 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)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 23,710 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 20,447 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 20,447 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 17,639 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)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 14,936 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres slight inner edge wear

Pass 5 Aug 2009 12,460 miles

Battery insecure

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2008 10,137 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 7,326 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 7,326 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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WU54 VUM 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 87.5%.

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 WU54 VUM, 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 WU54 VUM registered?

WU54 VUM is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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The MOT history for WU54 VUM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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