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EU54 FAM

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

148,052 mi
Last recorded148,052 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 FAM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 148,052 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Front headlights present poor image

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

Various underside corrosion

Pass 6 Jan 2025 130,899 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

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

Rear Couldn't test seat belt security due to personal items on seats

Various underside corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 106,643 miles

Exhaust system are corroded

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 85,467 miles

n/s rack boot twisted

rear exhaust corroded

various metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2022 64,466 miles

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

various metal brake pipes corroded

washers poor

windscreen damaged

Fail 5 Jan 2022 64,466 miles

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

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

various metal brake pipes corroded

washers poor

windscreen damaged

Pass 8 Jan 2021 52,185 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Jan 2021 52,185 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 47,042 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 41,378 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fiexy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 39,136 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 35,911 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 33,649 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 30,469 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 27,216 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 24,340 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 21,348 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 18,496 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 15,066 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 11,226 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 8,217 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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EU54 FAM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 EU54 FAM, 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 EU54 FAM registered?

EU54 FAM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is EU54 FAM safe to buy?

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