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SK56 OLC

2006 Fiat Idea

Blue Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

120,737 mi
Last recorded120,737 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK56 OLC
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 120,737 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 108,395 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 98,676 miles

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

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

front wipers beggining to smear slightly

Pass 15 Oct 2015 90,825 miles

Nearside Front brake sensor wire broken

Fail 14 Oct 2015 90,825 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer blowing excessive (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake sensor wire broken

Pass 21 Oct 2014 80,733 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 80,733 miles

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

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

advise o/s rear h/brake reading low

Pass 30 Oct 2013 73,194 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 73,194 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Rear service brake grabbing to excess on both sides

Pass 11 Oct 2012 67,272 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 50,842 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 34,523 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

Fail 17 Jan 2011 34,523 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2010 26,541 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,445 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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SK56 OLC is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Blue with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SK56 OLC, 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 SK56 OLC registered?

SK56 OLC is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is SK56 OLC safe to buy?

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