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RF56 HVB

2006 Fiat Idea

Red Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,769 mi
Last recorded98,769 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 HVB
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 98,769 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 83,970 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 75,193 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2014 67,810 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 48,649 miles

both front tyres low on tread and wearing on inner edges

offside rear tyre low on tread at 2mm

Fail 26 Jul 2012 48,649 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

both front tyres low on tread and wearing on inner edges

offside rear tyre low on tread at 2mm

Pass 12 Jul 2011 38,618 miles

Near side rear tyre smooth on inner edge

Pass 29 Jun 2010 28,982 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 28,982 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.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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RF56 HVB is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Red with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RF56 HVB, 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 RF56 HVB registered?

RF56 HVB is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is RF56 HVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF56 HVB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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