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FD05 ZHL

2005 Fiat Hobby

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

70,043 mi
Last recorded70,043 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Fiat Hobby31,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 ZHL
MakeFiat
ModelHobby
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 70,043 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 65,675 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 61,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged rubber stiffener around ferrules deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside headlamp levelling device in-op

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged rubber stiffener around ferrules deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside headlamp levelling device in-op

Pass 19 Jun 2023 56,577 miles

Cambelt due

Headlamp levelling device not working

Fail 19 Jun 2023 56,577 miles

Cambelt due

Headlamp levelling device not working

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 53,391 miles

Nearside Front Jacking point corroded holed.

Fail 13 Jun 2022 53,391 miles

Nearside Front Jacking point corroded holed.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 51,804 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 51,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 48,700 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside 3rd axle brake sticking slightly

Fail 10 Jul 2020 48,700 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside 3rd axle brake sticking slightly

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 44,438 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 41,340 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 41,321 miles

Emissions not tested Engine missfire (7.3.A.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 37,668 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 37,668 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 34,685 miles

Coolant level on minimum

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlight deflectors fitted

Radiator excessively deteriated

Fail 5 Apr 2016 34,685 miles

Coolant level on minimum

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlight deflectors fitted

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Radiator excessively deteriated

Pass 20 Apr 2015 31,641 miles

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

outer washer jet weak

sump starting to corrode

Fail 20 Apr 2015 31,641 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

outer washer jet weak

sump starting to corrode

Pass 8 Apr 2014 28,194 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 28,182 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside front ABS ring broken

Offside 3rd axle nail in tyre

Pass 11 Apr 2013 24,298 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 24,298 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 21,689 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 16,469 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 9,756 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 4,270 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 3,041 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 3,041 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Fiat Hobby?

Based on 1,119 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
2,285
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 16
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Direction indicator incorrect colour 9
Horn not working 7
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FD05 ZHL is a 2005 Fiat Hobby in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Hobby models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 31,678 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 Fiat Hobby fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD05 ZHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Hobby typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Hobby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD05 ZHL registered?

FD05 ZHL is a 2005 Fiat Hobby, first registered on 23 June 2005.

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