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AV12 XXE

2012 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

99,329 mi
Last recorded99,329 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Fabia55,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 XXE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 99,329 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 95,406 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 95,406 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 92,557 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 92,557 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2023 89,738 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 82,503 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 May 2021 72,828 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 72,828 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 65,330 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 57,492 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 49,572 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2018 49,572 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2017 40,824 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 31,651 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 24,084 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 26 May 2015 24,084 miles

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

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

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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AV12 XXE is a 2012 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV12 XXE, 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 AV12 XXE registered?

AV12 XXE is a 2012 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 May 2012.

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