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GY56 XDF

2006 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,622 mi
Last recorded110,622 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 XDF
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 110,622 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 110,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement stabilizer (6.1.D.1a)

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

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Sep 2015 97,553 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING HEAVILY ON INNER EDGES

Pass 1 Oct 2014 82,800 miles

Both front tyres worn devoid of tread on inner shoulders ADVISE REPLACE TYRES & CHECK WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside rear tyre perished DOT code 2605 = tyre manufactured in June 2005

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

TYRE SIZE: 195/60R15H (V ON FRONT)

car has wheel trims fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Oct 2013 69,180 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front brake discs wear can be seen on inner wall

Fail 8 Oct 2013 69,180 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs wear can be seen on inner wall

Pass 25 Sep 2012 54,110 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 38,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 31,557 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 25,296 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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GY56 XDF is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GY56 XDF, 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.

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What year was GY56 XDF registered?

GY56 XDF is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 19 October 2006.

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