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BJ56 HNU

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,005 mi
Last recorded80,005 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 HNU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 80,005 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

rear exhaust corroded but not blowing

Fail 23 Jan 2023 80,005 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

rear exhaust corroded but not blowing

Pass 25 Jan 2022 78,970 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 75,447 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 66,567 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jan 2019 49,320 miles

Coolant leak ()

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2018 47,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

coolent leaking from header bottle cap

Fail 23 Jan 2018 47,092 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

coolent leaking from header bottle cap

Pass 23 Jan 2017 43,184 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 39,976 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 33,432 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 26,166 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 19,006 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 10,773 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 10,021 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 8,474 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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BJ56 HNU is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BJ56 HNU, 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 BJ56 HNU registered?

BJ56 HNU is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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The MOT history for BJ56 HNU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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