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FY05 LWJ

2005 Fiat Stilo

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

149,286 mi
Last recorded149,286 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Fiat Stilo63,040 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 LWJ
MakeFiat
ModelStilo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 149,286 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2015 149,285 miles

Anti-lock braking system component inappropriately repaired (3.4.4)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 142,025 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 142,025 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 127,798 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2012 117,620 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

clutch is worn

Fail 7 Aug 2012 117,581 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

clutch is worn

Pass 23 Mar 2011 103,759 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 103,759 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 92,006 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 92,006 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 78,848 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 78,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 62,508 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 62,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

How Reliable is the Fiat Stilo?

Based on 566,057 MOT tests across 43,678 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
6,821
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
43,678
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,634
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,816
Headlamp aim too low 19,692
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,357
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 17,651
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FY05 LWJ is a 2005 Fiat Stilo in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Stilo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 63,040 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 Stilo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,634 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY05 LWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Stilo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Stilo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY05 LWJ registered?

FY05 LWJ is a 2005 Fiat Stilo, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is FY05 LWJ safe to buy?

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