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ET06 VXH

2006 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

122,845 mi
Last recorded122,845 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 VXH
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 122,845 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2025 122,845 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 117,483 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 113,145 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 113,145 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 106,903 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 102,104 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 98,298 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 92,960 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 130,748 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 106,932 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 88,215 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 Sep 2015 75,787 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 43,489 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 36,315 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)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 29,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 29,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 25,409 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,493 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 21,493 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 15,663 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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ET06 VXH is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VXH, 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 ET06 VXH registered?

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

Is ET06 VXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET06 VXH shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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