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SP56 UTV

2006 Fiat Idea

Grey Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,134 mi
Last recorded98,134 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Fiat Idea54,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 UTV
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 98,134 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 85,311 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 82,771 miles

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

handbrake cable outer sheath split and corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2014 82,771 miles

Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

handbrake cable outer sheath split and corroded

Pass 29 May 2013 74,962 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

engine light on

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 15 May 2012 62,185 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 47,769 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 47,754 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 May 2010 34,700 miles

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)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 23,918 miles

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

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

both hand brake outer covers deteriorated

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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SP56 UTV is a 2006 Fiat Idea in Grey 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 SP56 UTV, 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 SP56 UTV registered?

SP56 UTV is a 2006 Fiat Idea, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SP56 UTV safe to buy?

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