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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Fiat Idea. Check any Idea by registration number below.

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67.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-17.9%

vs Fiat Avg

6

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Fiat Idea — MOT Reliability Overview

The Fiat Idea has an average MOT pass rate of 67.1%, which is 17.9 percentage points below the Fiat brand average of 85.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Idea on the road.

The most common reasons a Fiat Idea fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Idea for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Fiat Idea, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Fiat Idea performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 81 vehicles

92.6%Excellent
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 10yr

123k mi

2007

Based on 108 vehicles

54.6%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

40.3%

2006

Based on 271 vehicles

67.9%Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

24.1%

2005

Based on 236 vehicles

63.1%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

25.0%

2004

Based on 352 vehicles

54.5%Below Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

28.9%

0

Based on 614 vehicles

69.7%Average
Fiat average: 85.0%
Mileage at 5yr

81k mi

Top MOT Failures — Fiat Idea

The most common reasons a Fiat Idea fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

10.2%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

9.3%
3

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.7%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

4.3%
5

A tyre cords visible or damaged

4.1%
Fiat Idea Common Faults & Repair Costs

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Fiat Idea

Fiat Idea — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Fiat Idea MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Fiat Idea?
The average MOT pass rate for the Fiat Idea is 67.1% compared to the Fiat average of 85.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Fiat Idea?
The most common MOT failures on the Fiat Idea are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (10.2%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (9.3%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Fiat Idea reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 67.1%, the Fiat Idea is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Fiat Idea?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Fiat Idea?
Typical mileage for the Fiat Idea: 122,761 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Idea to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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