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HW56 FHC

2006 Fiat Idea

Silver Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,532 mi
Last recorded72,532 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW56 FHC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 72,532 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 65,055 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 65,055 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 58,376 miles

o/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 22 Sep 2015 58,376 miles

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

o/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Sep 2014 52,586 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Sep 2013 46,629 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 39,795 miles

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

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Sep 2011 32,616 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 24,496 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 15,838 miles

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

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

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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HW56 FHC is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Silver with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HW56 FHC, 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 HW56 FHC registered?

HW56 FHC is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is HW56 FHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW56 FHC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW56 FHC have outstanding finance?

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