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GD06 CSU

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,053 mi
Last recorded150,053 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD06 CSU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 150,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 138,489 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 138,489 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 123,712 miles

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2015 108,304 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2014 91,154 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 91,154 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 74,042 miles

front tyres inner edges worn

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Jul 2013 74,002 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

front tyres inner edges worn

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2012 55,977 miles

both front tyres inner edges worn

Fail 28 Jul 2012 55,977 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 38,929 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 38,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 28,589 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 22,781 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

small cuts in tyres

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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GD06 CSU is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GD06 CSU, 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 GD06 CSU?

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What year was GD06 CSU registered?

GD06 CSU is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is GD06 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD06 CSU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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