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AO12 XAV

2012 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,220 mi
Last recorded96,220 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Fabia55,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 XAV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 96,220 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 89,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2025 89,045 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 81,442 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 75,850 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 70,139 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 64,076 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 59,507 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 53,571 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 44,014 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 36,555 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 28,639 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 19,121 miles

all tyres starting to perish/crack

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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AO12 XAV is a 2012 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AO12 XAV, 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 AO12 XAV registered?

AO12 XAV is a 2012 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is AO12 XAV safe to buy?

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