CarVerify

Free Car Check

FV59 XWM

2010 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

93,414 mi
Last recorded93,414 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Skoda Fabia58,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 XWM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 93,414 miles

Rear axle corroded

Fail 5 Feb 2026 93,401 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2025 85,294 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion to all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 85,294 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion to all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 83,727 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 80,097 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 76,373 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 76,373 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 72,865 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 70,296 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2020 70,296 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 64,575 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 58,156 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 58,156 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 51,356 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 51,356 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 43,322 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 43,322 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 35,698 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 35,698 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 28,789 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 21,358 miles

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

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
Full Skoda Fabia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FV59 XWM is a 2010 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV59 XWM?

You can check the full history of FV59 XWM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV59 XWM registered?

FV59 XWM is a 2010 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 February 2010.

Is FV59 XWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 XWM shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV59 XWM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FV59 XWM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.