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MJ06 PVX

2006 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

75,626 mi
Last recorded75,626 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 PVX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 75,626 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 75,625 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 73,084 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 73,084 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 71,047 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both also wear on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 71,047 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both also wear on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 69,610 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges also cracking on tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 69,594 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges also cracking on tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 68,262 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 68,261 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 66,665 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 61,622 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 53,588 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 44,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 36,678 miles

Rear tyres beginning to perish.

Fail 26 Apr 2016 36,678 miles

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

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

Rear tyres beginning to perish.

Pass 21 Apr 2015 29,528 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 21,794 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 11,772 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,776 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,973 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 8,973 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,893 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 7,026 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 7,026 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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MJ06 PVX is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 MJ06 PVX, 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 MJ06 PVX?

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What year was MJ06 PVX registered?

MJ06 PVX is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 April 2006.

Is MJ06 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ06 PVX shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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