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PF56 DHC

2007 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,349 mi
Last recorded78,349 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2007 Fiat Idea55,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF56 DHC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 78,349 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake pads ON LIMIT

nearside front tyre worn low on edges

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge

rear exhaust mount broken and rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 14 Jul 2016 78,349 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake pads ON LIMIT

nearside front tyre worn low on edges

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge

rear exhaust mount broken and rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 5 Jun 2015 72,447 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Fail 5 Jun 2015 72,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Pass 4 Jun 2014 65,101 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust box coroded

Pass 3 Jun 2013 55,080 miles

rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2012 46,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Jun 2012 46,083 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jul 2011 38,162 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 30,247 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 28,596 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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PF56 DHC is a 2007 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Fiat Idea models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 55,595 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 PF56 DHC, 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 19 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 PF56 DHC registered?

PF56 DHC is a 2007 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 January 2007.

Is PF56 DHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF56 DHC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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