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FH54 FBA

2004 Skoda Fabia

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

76,248 mi
Last recorded76,248 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 FBA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 76,248 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 66,152 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 66,152 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 5 May 2015 55,603 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 May 2015 55,603 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 May 2014 49,005 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 49,005 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 40,580 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 40,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 May 2012 32,600 miles

Both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Front brake discs worn and brake pads appear low

Fail 18 May 2012 32,600 miles

Both rear tyres worn to 3mm

Front brake discs worn and brake pads appear low

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 29,143 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 20 May 2011 29,143 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 22 Apr 2010 27,069 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 26,231 miles

reverse lights not working

Fail 5 Jan 2009 26,231 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

reverse lights not working

Pass 2 Jan 2008 20,817 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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FH54 FBA is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 FH54 FBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH54 FBA?

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What year was FH54 FBA registered?

FH54 FBA is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is FH54 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 FBA shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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