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SD56 LYU

2006 Fiat Idea

Silver Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,507 mi
Last recorded102,507 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD56 LYU
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 102,507 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 96,151 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 96,139 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 88,963 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 82,147 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 75,385 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 66,655 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres worn on edge

Fail 21 Jan 2014 55,649 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

uneven wear in off side front tyre borderline

Pass 21 Jan 2014 55,649 miles

uneven wear in off side front tyre borderline

Pass 29 Jan 2013 49,230 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 48,589 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 30 Nov 2011 40,818 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 40,816 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 27,758 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 18,251 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 18,251 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

advise both front tyres on 2 mm

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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SD56 LYU is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Silver with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SD56 LYU, 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 SD56 LYU registered?

SD56 LYU is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is SD56 LYU safe to buy?

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