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A3 DHM

2005 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

35,099 mi
Last recorded35,099 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Skoda Fabia69,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 DHM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 35,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 24,500 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 24,186 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 23,274 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 23,274 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 22,566 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 21,907 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 20,385 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 19,130 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 16,352 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 11,512 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 9,386 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 7,902 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 7,457 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,313 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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A3 DHM is a 2005 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 69,747 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 A3 DHM, 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 21 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 DHM registered?

A3 DHM is a 2005 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is A3 DHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 DHM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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