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FY54 ELJ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,912 mi
Last recorded66,912 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 ELJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 66,912 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 66,832 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 63,828 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 63,828 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 59,314 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 54,174 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 48,701 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 48,156 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 47,228 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 46,483 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 45,828 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 45,235 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 44,593 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 43,594 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 43,594 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 42,489 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 41,900 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 40,431 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 38,920 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 37,760 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 35,765 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 26,788 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
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FY54 ELJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FY54 ELJ, 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 FY54 ELJ registered?

FY54 ELJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is FY54 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 ELJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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