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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,368 cc

L11 GKSMOT history

L11 GKS is a blue petrol Fiat Idea first used on 3 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 113,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2023
Mileage
113,675 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 GKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Idea
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,368 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 GKS was last recorded at 113,675 miles on 9 Nov 2022, 1,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,119 miles · 21 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,556 miles
Average per year
5,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,675 miles
  • 2021 – 112,119 miles
  • 2020 – 109,141 miles
  • 2019 – 104,875 miles
  • 2018 – 100,285 miles
  • 2017 – 93,746 miles
  • 2016 – 87,972 miles
  • 2015 – 84,148 miles
  • 2014 – 79,789 miles
  • 2013 – 76,639 miles
  • 2011 – 59,394 miles
  • 2009 – 48,157 miles
  • 2008 – 42,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,675 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside handbrake cable case poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Outer sill corroded not within prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front tyre edge wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr/nsr floors

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,675 miles (+1,556)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,675 miles
    Test number
    562997360995
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,119 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    112,119 miles
    Test number
    868988076406
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable case poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre edge wearing
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr/nsr floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail112,119 miles (+2,978)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,119 miles
    Test number
    974599552186
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable case poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre edge wearing
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr/nsr floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,141 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,141 miles
    Test number
    401411112230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail109,141 miles (+4,266)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,141 miles
    Test number
    749725333722
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front and Rear sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass104,875 miles (+4,590)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    104,875 miles
    Test number
    482726714102
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn on inner tread but not showing cords at time of test

  7. Pass100,285 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,285 miles
    Test number
    981355691744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm remaining and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread down to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail100,285 miles (+6,539)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,285 miles
    Test number
    487448592911
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm remaining and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread down to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass93,746 miles (+5,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,746 miles
    Test number
    955064471818
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass87,972 miles (+3,824)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,972 miles
    Test number
    129420188193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,148 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    84,148 miles
    Test number
    487664025062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,789 miles (+3,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    79,789 miles
    Test number
    627184234094
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass76,639 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,639 miles
    Test number
    297522433056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded

  14. Fail76,639 miles (+17,245)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,639 miles
    Test number
    805629723035
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded

  15. Fail59,394 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,394 miles
    Test number
    408034121210
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers

  16. Pass59,394 miles (+11,237)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,394 miles
    Test number
    855564321250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers

  17. Pass48,157 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,157 miles
    Test number
    323374619369
    • NoteCoolant leak from radiator
    • NoteNearside rear foglight inop
    • NoteOil leak from nearside driveshaft seal and top selector shaft seal
    • NoteRadiator fan inop intermittently causing it to overheat
    • NoteSpace saver tyre bald on inner edge

  18. Fail48,157 miles (+5,855)3 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,157 miles
    Test number
    523754519371
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCoolant leak from radiator
    • NoteNearside rear foglight inop
    • NoteOil leak from nearside driveshaft seal and top selector shaft seal
    • NoteRadiator fan inop intermittently causing it to overheat
    • NoteSpace saver tyre bald on inner edge

  19. Pass42,302 miles (+15)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    42,302 miles
    Test number
    294210228327
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteLight failure warning light on although all lights working correctly

  20. Fail42,287 miles1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,287 miles
    Test number
    202589918312
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

Questions about L11 GKS

Does L11 GKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L11 GKS expired on 8 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L11 GKS?
The MOT on L11 GKS expired on 8 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L11 GKS done?
L11 GKS was recorded at 113,675 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2022, an average of 5,105 miles a year.
Has L11 GKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 GKS has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on L11 GKS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L11 GKS find?
L11 GKS passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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