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LY04 GCU

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,043 mi
Last recorded59,043 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 GCU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 59,043 miles

Exhaust corroded

Rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 20 Nov 2015 58,337 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 57,064 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 55,603 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 54,281 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 53,308 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 50,160 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 47,852 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,852 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 45,325 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2008 45,325 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2007 36,494 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 36,494 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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LY04 GCU 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 76.9%.

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 LY04 GCU, 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 LY04 GCU registered?

LY04 GCU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is LY04 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY04 GCU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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