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BU51 XLM

2001 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

93,598 mi
Last recorded93,598 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 XLM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 93,598 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 93,598 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 87,144 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 87,137 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 79,919 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 79,919 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 75,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 70,965 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 65,939 miles

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))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 59,588 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 54,271 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 50,097 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 45,085 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 44,938 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 44,938 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 43,937 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F tyre tread smooth on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 41,061 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F tyre tread smooth on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2013 41,061 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F tyre tread smooth on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 38,650 miles

O/S/F tyre tread worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Nov 2011 36,387 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 33,771 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 30,380 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,985 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 23,858 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 20,036 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 15,853 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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BU51 XLM is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2001 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 71,274 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 BU51 XLM, 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 25 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 XLM registered?

BU51 XLM is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is BU51 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 XLM shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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