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AM51 WBU

2001 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

112,474 mi
Last recorded112,474 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2022
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 WBU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2022 112,474 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2022 112,474 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 110,516 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 108,203 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 108,203 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 104,177 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 102,913 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 98,030 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 90,168 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 88,045 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 81,792 miles

Windscreen damaged but not affecting drivers view of the road

Pass 22 Oct 2013 77,148 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

near side front tyre wearing inner and outer edge

Pass 5 Nov 2012 73,645 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 70,042 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 65,497 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 65,497 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 61,310 miles

near side front tyre worn on edges

Fail 2 Nov 2009 61,308 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

near side front tyre worn on edges

near side rear brake slightly binding

Pass 4 Nov 2008 55,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 50,754 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 44,973 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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AM51 WBU is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 71,274 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 AM51 WBU, 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 25 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM51 WBU registered?

AM51 WBU is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is AM51 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM51 WBU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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