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BG04 KYJ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

67,205 mi
Last recorded67,205 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 KYJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 67,205 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2019 67,205 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2018 64,619 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 60,658 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 56,221 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 53,144 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

near side rear tyre worn on edges and cracking

Fail 14 Jan 2015 53,144 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

near side rear tyre worn on edges and cracking

Pass 23 Jan 2014 49,785 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 45,913 miles

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

slight cut to n/s/f tyre tread but not reaching chords.

Pass 9 Feb 2012 41,154 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 41,154 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 37,238 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 37,207 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 32,737 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,437 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 19,899 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,380 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 KYJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 BG04 KYJ, 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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What year was BG04 KYJ registered?

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

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