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GF56 XGG

2006 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,647 mi
Last recorded106,647 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 XGG
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 106,647 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 100,942 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 97,755 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 95,315 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2023 95,300 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 89,182 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 81,753 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 80,738 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 78,857 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 76,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer tyre wall worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer tyre wall worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 73,253 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall ageing

Nearside Rear Outer tyre wall ageing

Pass 1 Aug 2016 70,828 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 68,731 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 67,144 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 64,707 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 60,794 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake disc;s slightly rusty on inner edges

Pass 10 Jan 2012 58,421 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside driveshaft gaiter has slight leak of grease

offside rear seat belt buckle damage but not affecting operation of seat belt

rear exhaust box is corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2012 58,421 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside driveshaft gaiter has slight leak of grease

offside rear seat belt buckle damage but not affecting operation of seat belt

rear exhaust box is corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2011 53,483 miles

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

nearside front cv boot clip weakend

Pass 2 Feb 2010 48,220 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 48,220 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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GF56 XGG is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF56 XGG, 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 GF56 XGG registered?

GF56 XGG is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 19 November 2006.

Is GF56 XGG safe to buy?

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