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BV51 LHM

2001 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

82,968 mi
Last recorded82,968 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 LHM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 82,968 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 77,584 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes are starting to deteriate

nearside rear tyre is wearing slightly low on both edges of tread surface

rear exhaust box is in a poor corroded condition but secure and not leaking

Pass 23 Nov 2010 77,584 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes are starting to deteriate

nearside rear tyre is wearing slightly low on both edges of tread surface

rear exhaust box is in a poor corroded condition but secure and not leaking

Pass 11 Nov 2009 67,386 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 67,386 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 57,331 miles

both rear indicators are starting to lose amber colouring and show white light to the rear.

Fail 11 Nov 2008 57,331 miles

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

both rear indicators are starting to lose amber colouring and show white light to the rear.

offside front tyre is starting to wear on inner surface of tread, possibly front wheels require alighnment

Pass 24 Nov 2007 49,325 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 42,480 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 42,478 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2005 30,380 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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BV51 LHM is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 BV51 LHM, 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.

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What year was BV51 LHM registered?

BV51 LHM is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is BV51 LHM safe to buy?

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