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AP06 FXE

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,876 mi
Last recorded90,876 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP06 FXE
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 90,876 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 83,625 miles

Exhaust rubbers perishing

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Front wipers worn

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 77,693 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2020 77,693 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 69,033 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated light smear of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front bead has a piece of wood between the tyre and bead

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor broken

Nearside Front top mount bearing slightly rough on rotation

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine oil low

exhaust flexi deteriorated , back box bracket snapped

Pass 17 May 2018 58,340 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 May 2018 58,340 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 May 2017 46,093 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 46,093 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 43,942 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 41,721 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 38,991 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 37,575 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 24 Apr 2012 36,317 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 4 May 2011 35,009 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 11 May 2010 34,435 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 26,341 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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AP06 FXE is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AP06 FXE, 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 AP06 FXE registered?

AP06 FXE is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is AP06 FXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP06 FXE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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