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AY51 EVL

2001 Skoda Fabia

Bronze Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

124,162 mi
Last recorded124,162 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 EVL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 124,162 miles

both front tyres are wearing low on the insides

rear exhaust is deteriorated

Fail 15 Dec 2017 124,162 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres are wearing low on the insides

rear brake discs are in a poor condition

rear exhaust is deteriorated

slight oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2016 111,292 miles

off side rear tyre is perished and has small cuts in tread

Fail 5 Aug 2015 106,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

engine management light on

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2015 106,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine management light on

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2014 102,891 miles

ECU light stay on

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 99,530 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2013 99,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2012 96,202 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 87,867 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Fail 26 Jul 2011 87,853 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Pass 3 Aug 2010 79,406 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Aug 2009 70,458 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 70,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 61,157 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 58,887 miles

rear silencer rusting.front tyres worn on edge.oil level low.slight wear in front roll bar bushes.front pads 1/2 worn.

Pass 26 Sep 2006 52,520 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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AY51 EVL is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Bronze with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AY51 EVL, 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 AY51 EVL registered?

AY51 EVL is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is AY51 EVL safe to buy?

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