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HW54 HPU

2004 Skoda Fabia

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

69,547 mi
Last recorded69,547 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW54 HPU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 69,547 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 66,306 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 53,825 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 44,743 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 36,547 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 31,140 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 30,040 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 Jan 2019 27,252 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 26,313 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 23,472 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 20,812 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 16,522 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 12,206 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 12,206 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 8,406 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 6,333 miles

front brake discs rusty

Pass 8 Dec 2010 6,184 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 5,644 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 4,745 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 3,832 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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HW54 HPU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HW54 HPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW54 HPU registered?

HW54 HPU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is HW54 HPU safe to buy?

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