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MT56 OXN

2006 Fiat Idea

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,249 mi
Last recorded96,249 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 OXN
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 96,249 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 73,406 miles

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

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2013 73,406 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2012 51,895 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 34,486 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 31,808 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 29,284 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 29,283 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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MT56 OXN is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MT56 OXN, 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 MT56 OXN registered?

MT56 OXN is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is MT56 OXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT56 OXN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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