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DX54 OFW

2004 Skoda Fabia

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

78,631 mi
Last recorded78,631 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 OFW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 78,631 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 77,261 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 75,049 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 69,248 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 69,248 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 7 Jul 2021 57,483 miles

Nearside Front wing mirror damaged

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 57,483 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wing mirror damaged

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 44,440 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 39,206 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread very slight (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 37,719 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 37,719 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated Tested during prechecks (1.8 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Inside is facing out (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 35,214 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured starting to flash white (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured starting to flash white (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 33,107 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 30,489 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 28,230 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 26,147 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 25,016 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 23,356 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 21,783 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 19,550 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 17,667 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 17,667 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 16,203 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 16,203 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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DX54 OFW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX54 OFW, 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 DX54 OFW registered?

DX54 OFW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 December 2004.

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