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LX54 HTZ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,041 mi
Last recorded58,041 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 HTZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 58,041 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 58,041 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 53,020 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 47,806 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 44,034 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 44,022 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished. advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 43,704 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 42,606 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 41,255 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL SPLIT

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL PERISHED / SPLIT

Fail 2 Dec 2017 41,255 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL SPLIT

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

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL PERISHED / SPLIT

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 39,942 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 239,942 miles

Both headlight lenses becoming opaque (weak beam pattern)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 37,917 miles

Advise both front tyres perished.

Fail 12 Dec 2015 37,917 miles

Advise both front tyres perished.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 36,489 miles

advise both front lower arm rear bushes split.

Pass 7 Dec 2013 34,692 miles

advise front brake discs lipped and worn.

Pass 11 Dec 2012 32,745 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 32,745 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 30,716 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 27,809 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 27,804 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 25,368 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 21,649 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 18,656 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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LX54 HTZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HTZ, 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 HTZ registered?

LX54 HTZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LX54 HTZ safe to buy?

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