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MK54 PBZ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

134,213 mi
Last recorded134,213 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 PBZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 134,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2017 128,866 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 27 Apr 2017 128,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster defective incomplete (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner nearing cords (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 18 Apr 2016 121,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 121,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 116,039 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/F tyre perished

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

O/S/F tyre has cuts to sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or chords

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 116,039 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/F tyre perished

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

O/S/F tyre has cuts to sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or chords

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 110,691 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Apr 2014 110,689 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Apr 2013 103,444 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 97,020 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 95,970 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 78,797 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 78,797 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 69,431 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 69,431 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 49,007 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 49,007 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 37,374 miles

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

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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MK54 PBZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK54 PBZ, 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 MK54 PBZ registered?

MK54 PBZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 November 2004.

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