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CP51 ALU

2001 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

146,271 mi
Last recorded146,271 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP51 ALU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 146,271 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 146,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 134,301 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

nail in offside rear tyre and part worn.

some travel on handbrake lever.

Pass 26 Sep 2016 120,630 miles

engine oil loss.

Pass 24 Sep 2015 106,040 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

coolant leak/loss

engine oil loss present.

some travel on handbrake lever.

Pass 29 Sep 2014 90,245 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

some markings on rear number plate.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 74,063 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 57,646 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 44,789 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 44,789 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2010 35,316 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 35,316 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 27,534 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 24,482 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 21,468 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 19,006 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 14,892 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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CP51 ALU is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CP51 ALU, 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 CP51 ALU registered?

CP51 ALU is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is CP51 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP51 ALU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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