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AO54 YZA

2004 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

95,716 mi
Last recorded95,716 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 YZA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc
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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 95,716 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE IS WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

advise vehicle wet at time of test

Fail 20 Nov 2017 95,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise vehicle wet at time of test

Pass 25 Oct 2016 90,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit EDGES WORN STARTING TOO PERISH. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 90,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit EDGES WORN STARTING TOO PERISH. (4.1.E.1)

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 7 Nov 2015 86,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

rear brake unions corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2015 86,096 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

rear brake unions corroded

rear exhaust corroded and heatshield loose

Fail 27 Oct 2014 81,635 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust mount broken but system is secure

Pass 27 Oct 2014 81,635 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust mount broken but system is secure

Pass 30 Oct 2013 75,958 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2013 75,958 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 6 Nov 2012 69,060 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 69,060 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 62,362 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 54,844 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 54,844 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)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 46,235 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 38,002 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2008 37,684 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 29,043 miles

1,FRONT TYRES 3mm. 2,REAR INDICATORS STARTING TO SHOW WHITE LIGHT.

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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AO54 YZA is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 AO54 YZA, 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 AO54 YZA registered?

AO54 YZA is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 23 November 2004.

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