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AF61 SBX

2012 Skoda Fabia

White Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,931 mi
Last recorded73,931 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Fabia55,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 SBX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 73,931 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2025 73,931 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 61,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2023 48,815 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 36,609 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 36,528 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 36,289 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 33,217 miles

All road tyres cracking and perishing

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Turning white (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 33,217 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

All road tyres cracking and perishing

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Turning white (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 30,107 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 25,593 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 25,593 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 22,141 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 16,450 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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AF61 SBX is a 2012 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 55,784 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 AF61 SBX, 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 14 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF61 SBX?

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What year was AF61 SBX registered?

AF61 SBX is a 2012 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is AF61 SBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 SBX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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