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DA53 PKF

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,233 mi
Last recorded77,233 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 PKF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 77,233 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 70,797 miles

exhaut and flexi orroded and deteriated

Fail 24 Jul 2015 70,797 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaut and flexi orroded and deteriated

Pass 26 Jul 2014 63,680 miles

exhaust system corroded-n/s/f shocker slightly damp-front d bushes have slight play

Fail 26 Jul 2014 63,680 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust system corroded-n/s/f shocker slightly damp-front d bushes have slight play

Pass 25 Jul 2013 58,797 miles

wishbo0ne bushes slightly deteriorated-front d bushes have slight moevement

Fail 25 Jul 2013 58,797 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wishbo0ne bushes slightly deteriorated-front d bushes have slight moevement

Pass 20 Jul 2012 53,651 miles

both front wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 25 Jul 2011 49,282 miles

both front rear wishbone bushes have slight movement

both rear indicators discoloured

both rear shocker bushes have slight movement

both rear tyres cracking on tread

front brakes binding slightly

unable to do full inspection due to covers

Fail 23 Jul 2011 49,282 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear shocker bushes have slight movement

both rear tyres cracking on tread

front brakes binding slightly

unable to do full inspection due to covers

Pass 24 Jul 2010 44,574 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front brake binding slightly

slight cracks on both front tyre side walls

unable to check under vehicle properly due to covers

Fail 25 Jul 2009 39,959 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear indicators slightly discoloured

brake pipes covered in plastic covering

front pads wearing low

headlight aims just on limit

oil leak

slight judder at front brakes

Pass 25 Jul 2009 39,959 miles

both rear indicators slightly discoloured

brake pipes covered in plastic covering

front pads wearing low

headlight aims just on limit

oil leak

slight judder at front brakes

Pass 26 Jul 2008 34,743 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 31,479 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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DA53 PKF is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DA53 PKF, 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 DA53 PKF registered?

DA53 PKF is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 January 2004.

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