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EN55 VVA

2006 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,303 mi
Last recorded35,303 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN55 VVA
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 35,303 miles

Central Rear Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 32,381 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 32,373 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 32,201 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 31,600 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 30,956 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 30,756 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 30,028 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 28,140 miles

Both front shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 28,104 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Both front shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 26,412 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 24,764 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside seal damaged

Pass 4 Dec 2015 23,215 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 21,162 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 9 Dec 2013 18,482 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 18,482 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 15,715 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 13,579 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 13,579 miles

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)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 11,980 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 9,708 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 7,036 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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EN55 VVA is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EN55 VVA, 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.

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What year was EN55 VVA registered?

EN55 VVA is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is EN55 VVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN55 VVA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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