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AE54 CUW

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

123,922 mi
Last recorded123,922 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 CUW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 123,922 miles

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

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

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

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill area (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 123,922 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 110,164 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 99,905 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 94,335 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2014 94,334 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 82,737 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 82,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 79,910 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 79,910 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 71,238 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 71,238 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

rear exhaust box outer casing corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2010 62,510 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 62,510 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 48,730 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 39,307 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 27,449 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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AE54 CUW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 70,536 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 AE54 CUW, 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 22 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE54 CUW registered?

AE54 CUW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 December 2004.

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