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LX06 LXH

2006 Fiat Idea

Silver Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,908 mi
Last recorded75,908 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX06 LXH
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 75,908 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 75,908 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 74,471 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 62,418 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

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)

engine mount damage

Fail 9 Feb 2013 62,418 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

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

engine mount damage

front wheel need alignment

Pass 23 Nov 2011 50,899 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 50,899 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 13 May 2010 35,839 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 35,839 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 23,876 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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LX06 LXH is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Silver with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LX06 LXH, 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

How do I check the history of LX06 LXH?

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What year was LX06 LXH registered?

LX06 LXH is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is LX06 LXH safe to buy?

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