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PJ06 FMF

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,131 mi
Last recorded136,131 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ06 FMF
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 136,131 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension bearing stiff/seizing

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Starting to show White (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 136,049 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 132,522 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 127,157 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust gaitor fitted incorrectly

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded and outer skin defective

Fail 3 Jun 2019 126,822 miles

Nearside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded and outer skin defective

Pass 25 May 2018 113,428 miles

exhaust system cororded

gearbox mounting deteriorated

Fail 22 May 2018 113,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

exhaust system cororded

gearbox mounting deteriorated

Pass 10 May 2017 97,657 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box corroded on the outer skin (7.1.2)

Rear coil spring corroded X 2 (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 May 2016 82,489 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 79,992 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 76,583 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 66,727 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 54,506 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 43,447 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 43,447 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 41,813 miles

Slight play in steering.

Pass 20 Oct 2009 34,408 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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PJ06 FMF is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PJ06 FMF, 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.

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PJ06 FMF is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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