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AE04 HGX

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

121,909 mi
Last recorded121,909 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 HGX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 121,909 miles

both front lower arm rear bushs poor

o/s head pattern poor

rear silencer poor condition

Fail 23 Nov 2015 121,909 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front lower arm rear bushs poor

o/s head pattern poor

rear silencer poor condition

Pass 2 Sep 2014 113,621 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 106,965 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 106,965 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 100,270 miles

both front road wheels outer rims slight damage

Fail 5 Sep 2012 100,255 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front road wheels outer rims slight damage

engine management light on

Pass 15 Sep 2011 77,076 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 77,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2010 63,889 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine management light stays on

Fail 21 Jun 2010 63,887 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres inner part of tread bald

engine management light stays on

fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated/cracked

Pass 19 Jun 2009 53,611 miles

engine management light stays on

Fail 19 Jun 2009 53,611 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

both rear tyres tread deteriorated/cracked

engine management light stays on

Fail 14 Jun 2008 39,154 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres tread cracked/deteriorated

engine management light stays on

Pass 14 Jun 2008 39,154 miles

both rear tyres tread cracked/deteriorated

engine management light stays on

Pass 21 Jun 2007 24,325 miles

both rear tyres are cracking/perishing on tread

Pass 18 Dec 2006 16,627 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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AE04 HGX is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 70,536 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 AE04 HGX, 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 22 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE04 HGX is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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