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AF02 OVB

2002 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,997 mi
Last recorded83,997 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Skoda Fabia68,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 OVB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 83,997 miles

7 pin socket deteriorated

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both headlights down on output

both rear shocker cover tubes detached

front discs pitted inner face

hanbrake just made min req

o/s wiper rubber torn

rear disc pitted

rear ex box deteriorated

Fail 5 Apr 2013 78,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear silencer corroding

Pass 5 Apr 2013 78,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear silencer corroding

Pass 1 Mar 2012 72,894 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 72,890 miles

Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 66,544 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 66,542 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 59,901 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2010 59,899 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 54,027 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 53,737 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 51,300 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 51,283 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 51,283 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 46,295 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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AF02 OVB is a 2002 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AF02 OVB, 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.

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What year was AF02 OVB registered?

AF02 OVB is a 2002 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is AF02 OVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 OVB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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