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BG04 KYF

2004 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

102,337 mi
Last recorded102,337 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 KYF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 102,337 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Dec 2024 102,336 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Jan 2024 94,501 miles

Exhaust corroded at rear

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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 15 Dec 2020 92,096 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 92,096 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front 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 8 Jun 2019 79,344 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 79,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2018 62,913 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust front flexy section deteriorating

exhaust rear silencer showing corrosion

Pass 1 Jun 2017 56,437 miles

Offside headlight lense fading

Fail 1 Jun 2017 56,437 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside headlight lense fading

Pass 7 Jun 2016 49,984 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge - step tread

o/s headlamp lens deteriorated

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge - step tread

Pass 2 Jun 2015 44,551 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 42,761 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 40,657 miles

note n/s inner rim damaged

note o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 10 Jun 2013 40,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

note n/s inner rim damaged

note o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 11 Jun 2012 37,572 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 37,572 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 34,300 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 30,338 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Fail 11 Jun 2010 30,338 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 26,627 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 26,627 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 22,123 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 22,123 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 17,230 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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BG04 KYF is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 70,536 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 BG04 KYF, 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 22 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG04 KYF is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 March 2004.

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