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AO51 BGF

2001 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

147,939 mi
Last recorded147,939 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 BGF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 147,939 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 141,041 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 136,880 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 131,085 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 131,085 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 125,457 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 119,569 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 113,870 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 107,907 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 102,098 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 97,035 miles

Rear exhaust box rusted

Pass 30 Aug 2012 92,888 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 89,069 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 89,069 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 85,443 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 79,835 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 74,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 74,562 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 66,947 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 60,542 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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AO51 BGF is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AO51 BGF, 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.

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What year was AO51 BGF registered?

AO51 BGF is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AO51 BGF safe to buy?

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