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BU04 KFR

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

127,751 mi
Last recorded127,751 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 KFR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 127,751 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 118,844 miles

both front headlamps lenses cloudy

Pass 25 Sep 2019 109,399 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 102,254 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 94,200 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 94,200 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 88,046 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edge

Pass 14 Oct 2015 80,544 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 72,042 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 72,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 65,002 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 65,002 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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 6 Aug 2013 64,655 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

split in nearside front tyre (side wall) 185/60/14

Pass 31 Jul 2012 57,893 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 51,005 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 45,711 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 45,711 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 38,272 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 29,293 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

parking brake travel-suspect rear brakes req adjustment

Pass 17 Jul 2008 29,293 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)

parking brake travel-suspect rear brakes req adjustment

Pass 15 Mar 2007 22,043 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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BU04 KFR is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BU04 KFR, 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 BU04 KFR registered?

BU04 KFR is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is BU04 KFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 KFR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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