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AO51 PTX

2001 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

127,076 mi
Last recorded127,076 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 PTX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 127,076 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

wet weather

Fail 10 Mar 2018 127,076 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wet weather

Pass 9 Jan 2017 116,510 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 110,469 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both front 'd' bushs (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 100,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear section of exhaust corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2015 100,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear section of exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2014 93,809 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 6 Feb 2014 93,809 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 86,292 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 82,741 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 74,459 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 74,459 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 65,731 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 59,214 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 50,882 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 41,537 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 32,771 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 PTX is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PTX, 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 PTX registered?

AO51 PTX is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 11 December 2001.

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