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AE51 BUV

2002 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,220 mi
Last recorded176,220 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Skoda Fabia68,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 BUV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 176,220 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 176,220 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2015 164,513 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2014 150,470 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 136,998 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 22 May 2012 127,715 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 22 May 2012 127,715 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 10 May 2011 119,694 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 112,458 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 103,896 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 94,463 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2008 94,463 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 May 2007 86,326 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 77,786 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 50,085 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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AE51 BUV is a 2002 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 68,116 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 AE51 BUV, 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 24 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 BUV registered?

AE51 BUV is a 2002 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 8 January 2002.

Is AE51 BUV safe to buy?

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