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GV04 VRK

2004 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,143 mi
Last recorded82,143 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Fiat Idea56,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 VRK
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 82,143 miles

corrosion both front outer sills

Pass 13 Apr 2017 78,262 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)

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

corrosion to nearside front outer sill

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 11 Apr 2016 73,574 miles

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Pass 31 Mar 2015 69,408 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 64,057 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 58,597 miles

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

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 3 Apr 2012 53,202 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 53,202 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 47,485 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 41,664 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 35,688 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 31,333 miles

both rear tyre tread depth on legal limit

Pass 26 May 2007 25,067 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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GV04 VRK is a 2004 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GV04 VRK, 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 GV04 VRK registered?

GV04 VRK is a 2004 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is GV04 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 VRK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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