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AE51 VPV

2001 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,524 mi
Last recorded120,524 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VPV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 120,524 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 116,679 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 116,679 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 110,595 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 100,369 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 100,369 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 91,174 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 86,314 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 86,314 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 81,049 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2012 80,939 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 75,297 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 70,402 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 66,949 miles

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

Fail 31 Dec 2009 66,949 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2008 61,432 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 61,432 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 55,256 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 55,256 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 48,649 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 42,413 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 VPV is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AE51 VPV, 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 VPV registered?

AE51 VPV is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 November 2001.

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The MOT history for AE51 VPV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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