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AE04 LYW

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,470 mi
Last recorded74,470 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 LYW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 74,470 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 68,009 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 60,359 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 3 Sep 2019 60,359 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 58,952 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 57,378 miles

Oil leak ()

engine and under covers fitted limited inspection

front brake pads 65-70% worn near and offside

near and offside front headlamps outer covers deteriorated slight reduction in light output

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 55,145 miles

Engine cover fitted

Shield/guard fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 2 Oct 2015 53,507 miles

Engine cover fitted

Shield/guard fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 26 Jun 2014 51,767 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 50,873 miles

all four tyres are showing signs of cracking on the outer walls

Pass 11 Jun 2012 49,791 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 49,791 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 47,941 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 46,021 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 39,633 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 39,421 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 31,475 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 22,624 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 LYW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AE04 LYW, 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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What year was AE04 LYW registered?

AE04 LYW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 April 2004.

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