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FV55 UVX

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,150 mi
Last recorded118,150 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 UVX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2014 118,150 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 68,973 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

tracking check

Fail 28 Nov 2013 110,978 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

tracking check

Pass 3 Sep 2012 57,770 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 57,759 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 49,349 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 44,047 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 37,037 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 25,642 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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 UVX is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV55 UVX, 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 FV55 UVX?

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What year was FV55 UVX registered?

FV55 UVX is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 February 2006.

Is FV55 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 UVX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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