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AE05 FSL

2005 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,623 mi
Last recorded117,623 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Skoda Fabia69,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 FSL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 117,623 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 2 Oct 2020 117,609 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 15 Apr 2019 108,287 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 108,267 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 102,382 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 93,721 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 82,868 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 71,227 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 61,292 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 54,440 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 47,261 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 40,614 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 33,584 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 26,161 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 20,182 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 FSL is a 2005 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AE05 FSL, 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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What year was AE05 FSL registered?

AE05 FSL is a 2005 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is AE05 FSL safe to buy?

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