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AK54 SXU

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,867 mi
Last recorded96,867 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 SXU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 96,867 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 May 2017 96,867 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 92,099 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 88,618 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2015 88,618 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 82,032 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 75,563 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 67,732 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 59,769 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 59,769 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 50,041 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 50,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2009 40,239 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 30,514 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 20,963 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 19,933 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

front tyres worn on inner edges †unable to see brake pads

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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AK54 SXU is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AK54 SXU, 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 AK54 SXU registered?

AK54 SXU is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is AK54 SXU safe to buy?

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