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GN54 HCZ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

325,538 mi
Last recorded325,538 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 HCZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 325,538 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 311,009 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 297,338 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 282,054 miles

Both outer sills corroded but not seriously weakened

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 May 2022 262,147 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 245,596 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 234,168 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 231,205 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2018 229,888 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 229,430 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2016 222,191 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2016 222,191 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 199,890 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 170,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front screen cracked, but not affecting the drivers view of the road

Pass 26 Dec 2012 135,556 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 115,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Dec 2011 115,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 100,478 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 84,490 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 84,490 miles

Offside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 76,153 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 76,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 60,483 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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GN54 HCZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GN54 HCZ, 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 GN54 HCZ registered?

GN54 HCZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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