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FD54 LVM

2004 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,463 mi
Last recorded169,463 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 LVM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 169,463 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 166,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 164,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 164,883 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 151,465 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 143,324 miles

zero smoke reading

Pass 9 Nov 2016 135,168 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 123,684 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 113,896 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 105,905 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 105,905 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 95,779 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 86,106 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 72,174 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 72,174 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 62,935 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Nov 2009 62,935 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 49,483 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 49,483 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 38,579 miles

rear tyres worn on inside edges

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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FD54 LVM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD54 LVM, 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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FD54 LVM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 8 December 2004.

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