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Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,248 cc

L8 HBDMOT history

L8 HBD is a blue diesel Fiat Idea first used on 28 Apr 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 90,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2024
Mileage
90,353 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 HBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Idea
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 HBD was last recorded at 90,353 miles on 14 Nov 2023, 3,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,856 miles · 11 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,497 miles
Average per year
5,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,353 miles
  • 2022 – 86,856 miles
  • 2021 – 83,782 miles
  • 2020 – 80,369 miles
  • 2019 – 77,274 miles
  • 2018 – 72,765 miles
  • 2017 – 68,936 miles
  • 2016 – 65,702 miles
  • 2015 – 59,644 miles
  • 2014 – 52,942 miles
  • 2013 – 38,026 miles
  • 2012 – 32,805 miles
  • 2011 – 27,282 miles
  • 2010 – 24,545 miles
  • 2009 – 15,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,353 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    90,353 miles
    Test number
    970033395126
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail90,353 miles (+3,497)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,353 miles
    Test number
    205032437121
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass86,856 miles (+3,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    86,856 miles
    Test number
    624800319270
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,782 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    83,782 miles
    Test number
    910774508159
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,762 miles (+3,393)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,762 miles
    Test number
    889929170193
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,369 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    80,369 miles
    Test number
    439382876055
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail80,366 miles (+3,092)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,366 miles
    Test number
    670882293401
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass77,274 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,274 miles
    Test number
    557937844840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,216 miles (+4,451)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,216 miles
    Test number
    588518528860
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass72,765 miles (+3,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    72,765 miles
    Test number
    852902495109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass68,936 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    68,936 miles
    Test number
    430627717351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,886 miles (+3,184)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,886 miles
    Test number
    999388711384
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (4.1.D.1a)

  13. Pass65,702 miles (+6,058)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,702 miles
    Test number
    329958033244
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake disc worn and corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass59,644 miles (+6,702)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,644 miles
    Test number
    636117175175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    789101374132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail52,939 miles (+14,913)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,939 miles
    Test number
    227581374171
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass38,026 miles (+5,221)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,026 miles
    Test number
    466653263117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,805 miles (+5,523)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,805 miles
    Test number
    165306752139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,282 miles (+2,737)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,282 miles
    Test number
    459002851158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre tread areas perished
    • NoteN/s/f inner c.v boot split
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass24,545 miles (+8,736)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,545 miles
    Test number
    414331480147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass15,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,809 miles
    Test number
    281322619170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 HBD

Does L8 HBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 HBD expired on 4 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 HBD?
The MOT on L8 HBD expired on 4 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 HBD done?
L8 HBD was recorded at 90,353 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2023, an average of 5,119 miles a year.
Has L8 HBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 HBD has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 HBD 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 L8 HBD find?
L8 HBD passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2023 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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