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YF55 JBX

2006 Fiat Idea

Grey Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,084 mi
Last recorded43,084 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 JBX
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 43,084 miles

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

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

bonnet release cable sticking

Fail 21 Oct 2019 43,084 miles

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

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

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

bonnet release cable sticking

Pass 2 Nov 2018 41,886 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust flexi slightly damaged

Rear exhaust backbox slightly orroded

Fail 1 Nov 2018 41,886 miles

Front Upper Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust flexi slightly damaged

Rear exhaust backbox slightly orroded

Pass 10 Nov 2017 39,059 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 39,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 37,462 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 35,886 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 34,226 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 31,974 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 29,999 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 28,312 miles

N/S/R tyre begining to show age cracking

O/S/R tyre begining to show age cracking

Pass 11 Nov 2010 26,103 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 26,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 24,089 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 21,280 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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YF55 JBX is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Grey with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF55 JBX, 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 YF55 JBX registered?

YF55 JBX is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 5 January 2006.

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