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MM06 NVJ

2006 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,992 mi
Last recorded98,992 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM06 NVJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 98,992 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear o/s/r light broken from bottom but operates fine

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 98,992 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (discoloured) (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure bolt loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Rear o/s/r light broken from bottom but operates fine

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 88,944 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2020 88,944 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 77,681 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 66,855 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2017 66,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perished and cracked to cord on outer wall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 58,953 miles

Offside rear tyre has age related cracking

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jul 2015 52,917 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Slight play at both front steering arms

Pass 18 Jul 2014 46,723 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2013 40,933 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 35,744 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 35,744 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 31,001 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 31,001 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 25,095 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)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,133 miles

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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MM06 NVJ is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MM06 NVJ, 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 MM06 NVJ registered?

MM06 NVJ is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is MM06 NVJ safe to buy?

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