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DF53 PHA

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

66,367 mi
Last recorded66,367 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 PHA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 66,367 miles

Nearside Front wiper smearing slighty

Oil leak slight ()

Pass 26 Aug 2015 61,825 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 61,820 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 6 Aug 2014 57,478 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 57,478 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 53,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 53,235 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 47,826 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 47,826 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 43,623 miles

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

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

offside rear slight cracks in tread

Pass 6 Jan 2009 38,557 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2009 38,557 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 31,846 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 24,292 miles

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

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

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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DF53 PHA is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DF53 PHA, 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 DF53 PHA registered?

DF53 PHA is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is DF53 PHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 PHA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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