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WV55 UHY

2006 Fiat Idea

Orange Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,349 mi
Last recorded67,349 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 UHY
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 67,349 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear bump stop insecure

Fail 15 Sep 2025 67,349 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear bump stop insecure

Pass 11 Sep 2024 63,529 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 60,059 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 57,580 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 57,577 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 55,250 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 53,313 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 51,213 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 48,389 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 44,894 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 41,753 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 38,232 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 35,502 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 31,143 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 26,422 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 19,482 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 13,999 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 7,630 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 2,617 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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WV55 UHY is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Orange with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WV55 UHY, 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 WV55 UHY?

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What year was WV55 UHY registered?

WV55 UHY is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is WV55 UHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV55 UHY shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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