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GX54 VZM

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,846 mi
Last recorded164,846 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 VZM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 164,846 miles

Misting of oil (engine bay)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 164,645 miles

Misting of oil (engine bay)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight cracking and perishing (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 159,216 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 153,822 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 150,458 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 142,066 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 132,659 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 124,115 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 103,528 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 97,413 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 92,012 miles

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Fail 4 Nov 2010 91,917 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

nearside rear tyre on 3mm

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 9 Nov 2009 79,690 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

off side rear shockabsorber dust cover insecure

Fail 9 Nov 2009 79,688 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

off side rear shockabsorber dust cover insecure

Pass 14 Nov 2008 60,244 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 40,607 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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GX54 VZM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GX54 VZM, 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 GX54 VZM registered?

GX54 VZM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 November 2004.

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