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61 SAJ

2011 Skoda Fabia

White Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,899 mi
Last recorded71,899 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Fabia58,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration61 SAJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 71,899 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 63,659 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (205/45R16) tyre also devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 3 Apr 2025 63,659 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (205/45R16) tyre also devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre devoid of tread on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2024 52,638 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 52,638 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2023 42,707 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 30,482 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 29,193 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 29,118 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Apr 2019 27,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 27,518 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald inner shoulder + near limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 25,019 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 22,878 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 19,403 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 15,601 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 12,399 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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61 SAJ is a 2011 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 58,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 61 SAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 15 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 61 SAJ registered?

61 SAJ is a 2011 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 23 May 2011.

Is 61 SAJ safe to buy?

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