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FN54 EJL

2004 Fiat Hobby

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,698 mi
Last recorded51,698 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Fiat Hobby25,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN54 EJL
MakeFiat
ModelHobby
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 51,698 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 51,151 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 50,769 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 50,161 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 50,161 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 49,170 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 48,406 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 46,580 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 45,993 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 43,255 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 43,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 41,499 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 41,483 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 39,110 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 36,708 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 35,381 miles

nearside front inner driveshaft gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 Mar 2012 34,314 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 32,431 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 29,728 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 24,972 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 22,913 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Hobby?

Based on 1,119 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
2,285
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 16
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Direction indicator incorrect colour 9
Horn not working 7
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FN54 EJL is a 2004 Fiat Hobby in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Fiat Hobby models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,051 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Hobby fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN54 EJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Hobby typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Fiat Hobby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FN54 EJL registered?

FN54 EJL is a 2004 Fiat Hobby, first registered on 15 October 2004.

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The MOT history for FN54 EJL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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