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F142 HWJ

2005 Mk Indy

Red Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

31,117 mi
Last recorded31,117 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mk Indy5,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF142 HWJ
MakeMk
ModelIndy
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 31,117 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 31,117 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 30,207 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 29,109 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 29,056 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 27,224 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 27,217 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 26,077 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 26,077 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 151 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 4 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 1 Mar 2014 1 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 14 Dec 2010 2,381 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 1,733 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 388 miles

How Reliable is the Mk Indy?

Based on 1,740 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 18
position lamp(s) not working 14
Steering rack gaiter split 14
Stop lamp not working 13
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
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F142 HWJ is a 2005 Mk Indy in Red with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Mk Indy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 5,403 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 Mk Indy fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F142 HWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mk Indy typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Mk Indy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F142 HWJ registered?

F142 HWJ is a 2005 Mk Indy, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is F142 HWJ safe to buy?

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