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PN06 ZZL

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,182 mi
Last recorded77,182 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN06 ZZL
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 77,182 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near taw bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near taw bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 77,180 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near taw bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near taw bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 75,891 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 74,382 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bumper (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 71,995 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper/tow bar support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 71,995 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper/tow bar support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 70,565 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 69,137 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2021 69,137 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 67,364 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 63,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 60,838 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 60,838 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 57,170 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 57,159 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 52,641 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 48,491 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 48,491 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 43,924 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 43,924 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 38,789 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 33,469 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 27,015 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 22,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Feb 2009 17,419 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 17,419 miles

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

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

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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PN06 ZZL is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PN06 ZZL, 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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What year was PN06 ZZL registered?

PN06 ZZL is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is PN06 ZZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN06 ZZL shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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