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GU54 BFF

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

94,684 mi
Last recorded94,684 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 BFF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 94,684 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 22 Jul 2024 94,684 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view mirror glass replaced (3.3 (b) (ii))

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2023 89,710 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to perish (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded, no leaks apparent

Fail 22 Jun 2023 89,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to perish (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded, no leaks apparent

Pass 21 Jun 2022 83,841 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 21 Jun 2022 83,841 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working topped up fluid (3.5 (a))

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 21 Jun 2021 75,871 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear silencer outer skin corroded, No leaks of fumes

Fail 21 Jun 2021 75,871 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Rear silencer outer skin corroded, No leaks of fumes

Pass 6 Jun 2020 72,979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 71,240 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired vacuam pipe (1.1.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 71,240 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired vacuam pipe (1.1.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 69,147 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 69,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 58,656 miles

Rear both springs slightly corroded

Fail 15 Apr 2017 58,656 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear both springs slightly corroded

Pass 10 May 2016 46,511 miles

under covers fitted excluding view of some parts

Fail 29 Apr 2016 46,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

under covers fitted excluding view of some parts

Pass 5 May 2015 41,285 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 41,284 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 35,739 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 32,663 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 28,772 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 25,020 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 19,649 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 14,543 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 14,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 12,532 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 12,532 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 9,477 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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GU54 BFF is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

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 GU54 BFF, 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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GU54 BFF is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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