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HY54 OTM

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

59,198 mi
Last recorded59,198 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY54 OTM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 59,198 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 58,440 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box outer casing split/ corroded not blowing

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2022 56,637 miles

Exhaust back box flaking.

Front number plate cracked.

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 54,171 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 52,721 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2019 50,598 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2018 47,163 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 44,133 miles

both front tyre outer side walls are perished

Fail 15 Sep 2017 44,133 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyre outer side walls are perished

Pass 5 Oct 2016 41,236 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 41,234 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,041 miles

both front indicator bulbs slightly discoloured

both headlamps deteriorated

front discs corroded

offside wiper smearing

Fail 15 Sep 2015 38,041 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front indicator bulbs slightly discoloured

both headlamps deteriorated

front discs corroded

offside wiper smearing

Pass 9 Sep 2014 34,729 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Sep 2013 32,441 miles

Both front washer jets are spraying very low.

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

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

Rear exhaust box casing is rusty.

Pass 12 Sep 2013 32,441 miles

Both front washer jets are spraying very low.

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

Rear exhaust box casing is rusty.

Pass 17 Sep 2012 30,215 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 30,215 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 27,612 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

nearside and offside console rear bushes slightly deteriorated

Fail 23 Sep 2010 25,163 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear number plate delaminated.

Pass 23 Sep 2010 25,163 miles

Rear number plate delaminated.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 23,146 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 21,124 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 18,711 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 18,711 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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HY54 OTM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 HY54 OTM, 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 HY54 OTM registered?

HY54 OTM is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 5 October 2004.

Is HY54 OTM safe to buy?

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