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SC06 LVT

2006 Fiat Idea

Orange Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

70,123 mi
Last recorded70,123 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC06 LVT
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 70,123 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 70,120 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 64,235 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 64,235 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 60,883 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2019 60,881 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,589 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 53,271 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 51,011 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 49,249 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2014 45,663 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 40,995 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 57,626 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 57,626 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 48,978 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 48,978 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 39,218 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 19 Jun 2009 31,412 miles

nearside door mirror glass damaged

Fail 18 Jun 2009 31,412 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

nearside door mirror glass damaged

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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SC06 LVT is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Orange with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 SC06 LVT, 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 SC06 LVT registered?

SC06 LVT is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is SC06 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC06 LVT shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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