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GF54 DVL

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

233,093 mi
Last recorded233,093 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 DVL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 233,093 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2022 220,998 miles

Windscreen Chipped

Fail 5 Nov 2022 220,998 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen Chipped

Pass 22 Nov 2021 212,492 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2021 212,492 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both Front (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 205,514 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 198,016 miles

Rear Tyres Stepped

Pass 5 Nov 2018 188,458 miles

both rear tyres stepped

Pass 17 Nov 2017 175,779 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 163,887 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 25 Nov 2015 151,906 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 151,906 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 143,542 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 134,616 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 127,657 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 127,657 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Offside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 122,989 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

n/s front brake is slower to operate

o/s front tyre wear is uneven

Pass 8 Dec 2011 109,835 miles

front number plate is damaged

n/s rear tyre outer side wall is cut

Fail 8 Dec 2011 109,835 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate is damaged

n/s rear tyre outer side wall is cut

Pass 24 Nov 2010 96,528 miles

centre rear seat belt will not uncoil

front lower suspension arms rear mounting bushes are worn

n/s front brake is slower to operate

n/s rear tyre outer side wall is cut

Pass 3 Dec 2009 89,234 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 80,578 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 71,127 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 71,127 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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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GF54 DVL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GF54 DVL, 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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GF54 DVL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 9 October 2004.

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