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DU04 JDJ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,284 mi
Last recorded128,284 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU04 JDJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2021 128,284 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated ? (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated ? (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

'EPC' warning lamp stay 'ON'

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front bold on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 119,794 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 110,583 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Sep 2019 110,545 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Sep 2018 102,813 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 102,813 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 88,432 miles

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

gearbox oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2017 88,432 miles

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

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

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

gearbox oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2016 82,424 miles

head lamps poor condition poor patterns

Pass 21 Apr 2015 73,595 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 66,580 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Apr 2014 66,580 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 62,224 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 45,813 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Jul 2011 31,767 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,463 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 10 Jul 2009 14,551 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,268 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 14,268 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)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 13,727 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,214 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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DU04 JDJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 DU04 JDJ, 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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DU04 JDJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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