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DE54 OXW

2004 Skoda Fabia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,965 mi
Last recorded148,965 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 OXW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 148,965 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL LONG

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

Nearside Front WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Front WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 1 Aug 2016 140,180 miles

v.slight play in o/s/f wheel brg

Pass 25 Jun 2015 133,852 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2015 133,852 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2014 129,317 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 124,495 miles

rear shocker covers adrift

wiper blades smearing slightly

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

hand brake travel getting long

n/s/r brake binding slightly

rear exhaust box deteriating

Pass 13 Feb 2012 114,980 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 114,980 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 105,348 miles

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

front discs showing signs of corrosion.

Fail 24 Jan 2011 105,348 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front discs showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 19 Jan 2010 94,456 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 94,456 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 83,785 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 74,859 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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DE54 OXW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DE54 OXW, 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 DE54 OXW registered?

DE54 OXW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 November 2004.

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