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BU14 VGM

2014 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,035 mi
Last recorded75,035 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 Skoda Fabia45,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 VGM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 75,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 65,769 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 58,690 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 51,677 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Jan 2022 45,018 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jan 2021 38,378 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 32,266 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Jan 2019 25,545 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 19,025 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 13,411 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test satnav ()

Fail 1 Feb 2017 13,411 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test satnav ()

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

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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BU14 VGM is a 2014 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2014 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 45,633 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 BU14 VGM, 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 12 years old, this Skoda Fabia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU14 VGM registered?

BU14 VGM is a 2014 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 March 2014.

Is BU14 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU14 VGM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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