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AA08 HWB

2008 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,685 mi
Last recorded102,685 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Fabia65,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 HWB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 102,685 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front & rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust corroded.

Fail 7 Jul 2021 102,685 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front & rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 24 Jul 2020 99,155 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2019 92,902 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2019 92,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 9 May 2018 87,691 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 May 2017 82,885 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 8 May 2017 82,885 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2016 76,176 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 69,935 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 65,078 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 63,741 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 51,919 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 51,919 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 34,662 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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AA08 HWB is a 2008 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 65,126 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 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 AA08 HWB, 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 18 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 HWB registered?

AA08 HWB is a 2008 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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