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FY06 VKK

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

87,475 mi
Last recorded87,475 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 VKK
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 87,475 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 87,445 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Both front brake disks corroded

Nearside Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2020 87,378 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front brake disks corroded

Nearside Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 20 May 2019 84,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust box corroded also the front mountin bracket

Fail 16 May 2019 84,940 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened offside outer sill holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust box corroded also the front mountin bracket

Pass 19 May 2018 83,816 miles

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

both front brake discs inner faces corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 17 May 2018 83,811 miles

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

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

both front brake discs inner faces corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 4 May 2017 77,101 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2016 69,725 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Rear box outer skin corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2015 64,001 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 55,187 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 47,029 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 46,758 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 40,126 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2011 33,815 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 26,443 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 18,780 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 18,634 miles

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt attachment fitting fractured (5.2.3)

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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FY06 VKK is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FY06 VKK, 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 FY06 VKK registered?

FY06 VKK is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 March 2006.

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