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LN56 YJC

2006 Fiat Idea

Silver Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,926 mi
Last recorded64,926 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN56 YJC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 64,926 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 64,904 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 52,805 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 42,175 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 42,175 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 36,106 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 36,106 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 31,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 31,229 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,704 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2014 24,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 19,357 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

cv gaiter clip slightly loose

front washers weak but sufficent for mot

Pass 27 Mar 2012 13,964 miles

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

n/s/r tyre low on outer edge.

o/s inner & outer cv boot weaping.

Pass 22 Mar 2011 7,616 miles

Offside outer cv boot slightly weeping grease

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 30 Mar 2010 2,303 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 2,303 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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LN56 YJC is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Silver with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LN56 YJC, 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 LN56 YJC registered?

LN56 YJC is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 October 2006.

Is LN56 YJC safe to buy?

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