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FV55 DTY

2006 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,246 mi
Last recorded96,246 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 DTY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 96,246 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Reverse light not working

Fail 24 Apr 2019 96,246 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Reverse light not working

Pass 31 Aug 2017 96,238 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2017 96,238 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 93,655 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 86,897 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 81,376 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 75,479 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 75,479 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 74,781 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 70,715 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 66,249 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 61,401 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 61,348 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 51,426 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 50,960 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)

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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FV55 DTY is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV55 DTY, 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 FV55 DTY registered?

FV55 DTY is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 26 January 2006.

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