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AJ12 BYC

2012 Skoda Fabia

Maroon Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,228 mi
Last recorded74,228 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Fabia55,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 BYC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2026 74,228 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 65,434 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 64,789 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 64,787 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2023 63,113 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 60,329 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 57,873 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 55,707 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 50,439 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 44,240 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 36,494 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 27,009 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 20,047 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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AJ12 BYC is a 2012 Skoda Fabia in Maroon with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AJ12 BYC, 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.

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What year was AJ12 BYC registered?

AJ12 BYC is a 2012 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is AJ12 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 BYC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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