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LX54 HRU

2004 Skoda Fabia

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

112,198 mi
Last recorded112,198 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 HRU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 112,198 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 112,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 109,704 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 106,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing plus worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 103,690 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 103,683 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 99,749 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 99,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 97,706 miles

BOTH DIP BEAM PATTERNS ARE POOR

THE NSR TYRE IS CRACKING BETWEEN THE TREAD BLOCKS

Pass 21 Nov 2019 95,324 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 91,876 miles

THE NSF WASHER JET IS IN POOR CONDITION

THE OS STEERING RACK GAITER IS A POOR FIT ON THE TRACKROD

THE REAR EXHAUST BOX IS RUSTY AND STATING TO BLOW

Pass 20 Nov 2017 87,485 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 84,412 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 79,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 79,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 75,452 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs lipped.

Pass 21 Nov 2013 70,640 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2012 63,977 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2011 59,341 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 53,206 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 45,669 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F Tyre tread's begin: to wear on inner edge.

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 37,742 miles

N/S/R Tyre side wall deteriorating.

Rear number plate begin: to deteriorate.

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 26,862 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LX54 HRU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LX54 HRU, 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 LX54 HRU registered?

LX54 HRU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 November 2004.

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