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WV04 VRD

2004 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,733 mi
Last recorded114,733 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV04 VRD
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 114,733 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 110,216 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 106,158 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 91,425 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 25 May 2012 89,678 miles

Air bag indicating malfunction

Exhaust sysyem corroded

Fail 25 May 2012 89,678 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)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Air bag indicating malfunction

Exhaust sysyem corroded

Pass 30 May 2011 76,424 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 76,424 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2010 60,765 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 60,765 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 52,800 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 52,800 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 45,194 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 37,781 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 37,781 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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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WV04 VRD is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WV04 VRD, 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 WV04 VRD registered?

WV04 VRD is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is WV04 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV04 VRD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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