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ET06 VXE

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

83,078 mi
Last recorded83,078 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 VXE
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 83,078 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 82,472 miles

both front lower ball joint rubbers starting to perish

Pass 19 Sep 2023 81,903 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 81,297 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 80,602 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 80,061 miles

both front tyres close to limit and starting to split

Pass 12 Sep 2019 79,504 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking & perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 78,829 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 78,122 miles

Exhaust rear box corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 77,112 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 70,141 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Nov 2015 70,141 miles

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

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

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 60,827 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust corroded but not blowing

Pass 19 Nov 2013 51,755 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 42,831 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 34,682 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 27,205 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 20,937 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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ET06 VXE is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ET06 VXE, 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

How do I check the history of ET06 VXE?

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What year was ET06 VXE registered?

ET06 VXE is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is ET06 VXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET06 VXE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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