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LS56 YLJ

2007 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,734 mi
Last recorded76,734 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Fiat Idea55,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 YLJ
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 76,734 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2020 76,727 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 72,482 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 67,292 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 63,293 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 63,205 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 53,094 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre has nail in tread

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 4 Jun 2015 44,205 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear exhaust box skin slightley corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2015 44,205 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear exhaust box skin slightley corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2014 42,267 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 42,267 miles

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)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel alignment requires adjustment or repair!!!

Pass 18 Apr 2013 38,859 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 30,880 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 23,420 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,364 miles

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

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

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

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

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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LS56 YLJ is a 2007 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Fiat Idea models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 55,595 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 LS56 YLJ, 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 19 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 LS56 YLJ registered?

LS56 YLJ is a 2007 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 January 2007.

Is LS56 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS56 YLJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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