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BU06 LGC

2006 Fiat Idea

Black Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

48,664 mi
Last recorded48,664 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 LGC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 48,664 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 47,925 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 47,084 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 47,083 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 46,437 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 45,698 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 44,853 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 44,235 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 42,852 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 40,726 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 38,718 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 36,021 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 33,670 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 30,351 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,744 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 23,514 miles

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 20,623 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 17,379 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 13,528 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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BU06 LGC is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Black with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BU06 LGC, 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 BU06 LGC?

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What year was BU06 LGC registered?

BU06 LGC is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 20 March 2006.

Is BU06 LGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 LGC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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