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HT53 MDO

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

121,783 mi
Last recorded121,783 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 MDO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 121,783 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 114,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 102,696 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 102,696 miles

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

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 95,216 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 95,216 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Jan 2011 94,037 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 94,037 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 87,408 miles

chips in front windscreen

flat spot in n/s/f wheel rim

front brake discs corroding

Pass 23 Dec 2008 72,805 miles

Both front lower arm rear rubber suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 63,237 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 55,547 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 55,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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HT53 MDO is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HT53 MDO, 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 HT53 MDO registered?

HT53 MDO is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is HT53 MDO safe to buy?

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