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DE10 VZB

2010 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

101,814 mi
Last recorded101,814 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Skoda Fabia58,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE10 VZB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 101,814 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 101,809 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 99,155 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 99,153 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 96,845 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 96,840 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 95,862 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 95,862 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Jan 2023 95,803 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2022 88,824 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 82,621 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 82,621 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working Sidelight inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sidelight not working. More than half working.

Pass 13 Jan 2020 77,020 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 70,926 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 70,926 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 64,453 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre in tread ()

Fail 10 Jan 2018 64,453 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre in tread ()

Pass 12 Jan 2017 55,964 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 50,539 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 50,517 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 41,437 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 34,768 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly inner edge. 195/55 15

Fail 7 Apr 2014 34,768 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

both front tyres wearing slightly inner edge. 195/55 15

Pass 8 Apr 2013 27,308 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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DE10 VZB is a 2010 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 58,304 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 DE10 VZB, 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 16 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DE10 VZB is a 2010 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 April 2010.

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