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AF57 TBU

2007 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,735 mi
Last recorded33,735 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Skoda Fabia65,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 TBU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 33,735 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 31,623 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded

Offside Rear slight brake bind

both front suspension arms corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2024 31,623 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear shock absorber corroded

Offside Rear slight brake bind

both front suspension arms corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2023 31,215 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 31,188 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 30,704 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 30,255 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 29,919 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 29,334 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 28,492 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 27,708 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 26,835 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,045 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 23,757 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 22,522 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 21,596 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 20,482 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 19,285 miles

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

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

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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AF57 TBU is a 2007 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 65,840 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 AF57 TBU, 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 19 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF57 TBU registered?

AF57 TBU is a 2007 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 September 2007.

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