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LB05 ZHW

2005 Fiat Idea

Green Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

44,637 mi
Last recorded44,637 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Fiat Idea52,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 ZHW
MakeFiat
ModelIdea
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 44,637 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 44,637 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 35,091 miles

front brake pads wearing low-exhaust flexi deteriated-

Pass 10 May 2021 34,562 miles

n/s/r door damaged-rear springs corroded -x2 rear tyres cracked inner wall

Fail 10 May 2021 34,562 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

n/s/r door damaged-rear springs corroded -x2 rear tyres cracked inner wall

Pass 13 Feb 2020 32,989 miles

Nearside Rear door has slight accident damaged

Fail 12 Feb 2020 32,989 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear door has slight accident damaged

Pass 14 Feb 2019 32,316 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 31,728 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 31,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 31,028 miles

Nearside Front sidewall cracked up but no cords or ply showing

Pass 12 Feb 2016 29,528 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 28,232 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 28,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 26,512 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 26,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 24,633 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 24,631 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 22,454 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 22,067 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 18,329 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

puncture repair to nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2009 14,264 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 9,156 miles

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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LB05 ZHW is a 2005 Fiat Idea in Green with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Idea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 52,023 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 Idea fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,425 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB05 ZHW, 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 21 years old, this Fiat Idea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB05 ZHW registered?

LB05 ZHW is a 2005 Fiat Idea, first registered on 26 July 2005.

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