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AV56 SGO

2007 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,887 mi
Last recorded110,887 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 Fiat Idea55,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 SGO
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2025 110,887 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both Sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced MARKED WITH YELLOW CHALK (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced MARKED WITH YELLOW CHALK (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front TOP MOUNT JUDDAR WHEN TURNING WHEEL

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 105,292 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 105,292 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 100,726 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 96,293 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 96,292 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 92,441 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Fail 20 Jan 2021 92,433 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 26 Feb 2020 90,229 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 83,958 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 83,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 76,593 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 72,141 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 65,958 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 59,250 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 59,209 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s/f tyre worn far inner edge

Pass 25 Feb 2014 53,077 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 47,620 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Feb 2012 40,893 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 34,313 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 27,827 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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AV56 SGO is a 2007 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AV56 SGO, 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.

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What year was AV56 SGO registered?

AV56 SGO is a 2007 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 February 2007.

Is AV56 SGO safe to buy?

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