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RN55 VXB

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,928 mi
Last recorded84,928 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 VXB
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 84,928 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

coolant level low

Fail 10 Sep 2016 84,928 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

coolant level low

Pass 26 Sep 2015 71,041 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 51,413 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 44,727 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

air box loose

bonnet difficult to open / close

oil leak engine / gearbox

Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,091 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 36,894 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate cracked

offside front inner cv boot leaking

Fail 19 Sep 2011 36,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate cracked

offside front inner cv boot leaking

Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,342 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 28,604 miles

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

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

nearside and offside front brakes worn and pitted on inner surfaces

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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RN55 VXB is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RN55 VXB, 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 RN55 VXB registered?

RN55 VXB is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 28 February 2006.

Is RN55 VXB safe to buy?

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