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GD53 BKG

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,297 mi
Last recorded104,297 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD53 BKG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 104,297 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 104,281 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel Filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 92,908 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 92,875 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Nov 2013 87,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

n/s/f -o/s/f- n/s/r indicator bulbs slight discoloured

Pass 2 Nov 2013 87,521 miles

n/s/f -o/s/f- n/s/r indicator bulbs slight discoloured

Pass 19 Oct 2012 74,307 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2012 74,307 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 57,011 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 57,011 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2010 50,776 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 47,685 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 41,475 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 36,597 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 28,207 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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GD53 BKG is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GD53 BKG, 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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GD53 BKG is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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