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GJ53 ZNW

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,754 mi
Last recorded65,754 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 ZNW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 65,754 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 18 Feb 2016 62,907 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 59,667 miles

both steering track rod end gaitors deteriorated

n/s/r tyre worn on inside edge, sidewall scrubbed and cracking between tread

rear exhaust deterioriated

Pass 27 Feb 2014 56,329 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on inside edge

n/s/r tyre tread slightly uneven and cut to tread

o/s/r tyre tread slightly uneven and cracking

Pass 23 Feb 2013 53,167 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 49,063 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 44,655 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 44,655 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 41,131 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 35,353 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 35,353 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear screen insecure

Pass 12 Feb 2008 28,070 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 28,070 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 20,320 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 20,320 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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GJ53 ZNW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GJ53 ZNW, 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 GJ53 ZNW registered?

GJ53 ZNW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 January 2004.

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