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AE51 VPM

2001 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,998 mi
Last recorded124,998 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VPM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 124,998 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 110,271 miles

Oil leak

anti roll bar moved slightly to right

better steering lock to right

both rear shock absorbers covers insecure

both rear tail gate struts weak

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 18 Apr 2013 98,047 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 98,047 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2012 86,820 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 80,115 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 80,099 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2010 73,379 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 65,599 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 65,599 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 56,966 miles

Gearbox bolts loose.

Fail 29 May 2008 56,966 miles

Gearbox bolts loose.

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 51,806 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 51,710 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 VPM is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 71,274 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 VPM, 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 25 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE51 VPM registered?

AE51 VPM is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is AE51 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 VPM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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