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DY56 MFJ

2006 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

69,685 mi
Last recorded69,685 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 MFJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Aug 2024 69,685 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured bracket for A/R/B 'D' bush - bolt head missing and fractured by other bolt (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front exhaust heat shield loose around catalytic converter

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails in tyre ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim, also has weld repair (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle underside has general age related corrosion front to rear

Pass 5 Sep 2023 57,657 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 57,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 51,091 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 49,864 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 48,293 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 46,666 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 44,633 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 42,796 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 40,601 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)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 38,558 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 37,001 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 35,643 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 35,643 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 34,300 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 32,862 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 30,626 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 25,762 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 25,726 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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DY56 MFJ is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Fiat Idea models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,430 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 DY56 MFJ, 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 20 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 DY56 MFJ registered?

DY56 MFJ is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is DY56 MFJ safe to buy?

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