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RF56 DLE

2006 Fiat Idea

Silver Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,141 mi
Last recorded114,141 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 DLE
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 114,141 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 101,658 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre wearing very thin on inner edge.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust corroding / deteriorating.

Fail 5 Feb 2018 101,657 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre wearing very thin on inner edge.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust corroding / deteriorating.

Pass 4 Jan 2016 94,928 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 94,924 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 89,342 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 89,342 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 81,587 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 81,587 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 79,232 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 74,843 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 60,399 miles

f/ discs and pads worn

Pass 26 Nov 2009 47,436 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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RF56 DLE is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Silver with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 RF56 DLE, 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 RF56 DLE registered?

RF56 DLE is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is RF56 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF56 DLE shows 13 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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