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AD55 ETU

2006 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

200,394 mi
Last recorded200,394 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 Skoda Fabia68,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 ETU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 200,394 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 194,321 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 188,671 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2022 188,644 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 173,452 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 154,631 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 141,044 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged plastic pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

covers fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2017 127,901 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Dec 2017 127,901 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 116,296 miles

oil level low(topped up)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 106,375 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 106,375 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 100,185 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

age related cracks n/s/r tyre

Pass 7 Jan 2014 91,287 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

anti freeze -46c

Pass 3 Jan 2013 83,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Dec 2011 75,416 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 75,416 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 63,059 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 63,059 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 52,138 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 40,034 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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AD55 ETU is a 2006 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 68,205 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 AD55 ETU, 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 20 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD55 ETU registered?

AD55 ETU is a 2006 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 January 2006.

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