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BG54 KUX

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

98,956 mi
Last recorded98,956 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 KUX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 98,956 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2020 98,933 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 96,547 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2019 96,547 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 94,005 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 85,950 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

cut in n/s/r tyre wall

Fail 14 Aug 2017 85,950 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

cut in n/s/r tyre wall

Pass 6 Jul 2016 79,914 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2016 79,914 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 73,096 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 73,096 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 68,150 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

reverse lights not working

Pass 26 Mar 2013 62,171 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 57,020 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 57,020 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 51,362 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 51,362 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise front wiper blades deteriorating

Fail 29 Mar 2010 46,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 46,686 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 38,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

parking brake travel high-performance ok

Pass 5 Oct 2007 28,544 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nsf tyre worn on inner edge.long handbrake travel service item.

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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BG54 KUX is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 BG54 KUX, 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 BG54 KUX registered?

BG54 KUX is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 23 October 2004.

Is BG54 KUX safe to buy?

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