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FV59 ULW

2010 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

105,493 mi
Last recorded105,493 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Skoda Fabia58,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 ULW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2026 105,493 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

offside rear shock absorber corroded

rear axle corroding

Pass 30 Jan 2025 102,100 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 96,761 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 96,761 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 91,024 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 91,024 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 85,280 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 85,280 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 79,150 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear shocker dust covers broken

engine oil below minimum

Fail 30 Jan 2021 79,150 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear shocker dust covers broken

engine oil below minimum

Pass 29 Jan 2020 74,467 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both rear shocker dust covers broken

Pass 21 Jan 2019 66,772 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 60,254 miles

n/s/f tyre only just legal

o/s/r shocker dust cover broken

Fail 31 Jan 2018 60,254 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f tyre only just legal

o/s/r shocker dust cover broken

Pass 24 Jan 2017 53,985 miles

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

o/s/r shock absorber dust cover broken

Pass 26 Jan 2016 48,228 miles

child seat fitted restricting the full check of adult seat belts

n/s stop light dim

Fail 26 Jan 2016 48,228 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

child seat fitted restricting the full check of adult seat belts

n/s stop light dim

Pass 21 Jan 2015 35,323 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake pads appear low in carrier

n/s/f tyre only just legal

Pass 21 Jan 2014 26,743 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 18,961 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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FV59 ULW is a 2010 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 58,304 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 FV59 ULW, 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 16 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV59 ULW registered?

FV59 ULW is a 2010 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 January 2010.

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