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AF61 SFX

2011 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

76,262 mi
Last recorded76,262 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Fabia58,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 SFX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 76,262 miles

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

Nearside Front rackend slight play

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 15 Jan 2025 67,366 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 67,366 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 59,293 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 53,698 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 48,013 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 42,308 miles

Rear Handbrake Travel

Pass 7 Jan 2020 35,076 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 27,638 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 27,578 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 27,496 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

All direction indicators slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 26,891 miles

Diesel Particulate Filter warning light on

Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants

Side skirts fitted preventing examination of some componants

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Fail 27 Sep 2017 26,891 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Diesel Particulate Filter warning light on

Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants

Side skirts fitted preventing examination of some componants

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Pass 29 Sep 2016 26,213 miles

Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants

Side skirts fitted preventing examination of some componants

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Fail 29 Sep 2016 26,213 miles

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

Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants

Side skirts fitted preventing examination of some componants

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Pass 28 Sep 2015 25,501 miles

Engine covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2014 24,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cut in outer sidewall (205/40/17)

offside and nearside front tyres deteriorated inner sidewall (205/40/17)

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edge (205/40/17)

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 SFX is a 2011 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 58,682 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 SFX, 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 15 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF61 SFX registered?

AF61 SFX is a 2011 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 October 2011.

Is AF61 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 SFX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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