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FY06 VRN

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,687 mi
Last recorded69,687 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 69,687 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2017 62,308 miles

Oil leak on gear box note clutch worn ()

exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2016 53,675 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2016 53,675 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2015 45,931 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 17 Mar 2014 38,455 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 29,796 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 25,543 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 21,238 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 18,222 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,333 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly 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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FY06 VRN is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FY06 VRN, 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 FY06 VRN registered?

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

Is FY06 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 VRN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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