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AE05 FHM

2005 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

97,015 mi
Last recorded97,015 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Fabia69,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 FHM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 97,015 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 86,536 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear exhaust heavy corrosion

Wheel spacers fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2017 86,536 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside 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 suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear exhaust heavy corrosion

Wheel spacers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2016 79,034 miles

Front seatbelts slow to retract

Fail 24 Aug 2016 79,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged Wheel damage rubbing threw (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Brake pipe and inner wing (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Brake pipe and inner wing (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed Wheel has been rubbing on pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Wheel spacers fitted to wheels

Pass 13 May 2015 66,230 miles

exhaust system corroded at rear

o/s rear tyre perishing

Pass 3 Jun 2014 60,799 miles

front tyres low, cracked and perrishing

rear silencer rusting

Fail 30 May 2014 60,710 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres low, cracked and perrishing

rear silencer rusting

Pass 3 Jun 2013 54,502 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 54,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 49,333 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 49,333 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2011 42,389 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 27 May 2011 42,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2010 36,792 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 31,347 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 27,394 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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AE05 FHM is a 2005 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 AE05 FHM, 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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AE05 FHM is a 2005 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 2 June 2005.

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