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NKZ 4985

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

193,913 mi
Last recorded193,913 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKZ 4985
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 193,913 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 107,565 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 103,844 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 96,917 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 96,917 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

backbox exhaust system heavily corroded.

Pass 20 Jun 2013 96,039 miles

front number plate damaged

Fail 1 May 2012 90,451 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 1 May 2012 90,451 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 83,053 miles

Both rear shock bump stops are broken.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 83,053 miles

Both rear shock bump stops are broken.

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 71,929 miles

nearside and offside front lower arm rear bushs worn and splitting - recommend replacing.

Fail 8 Jan 2010 71,929 miles

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

nearside and offside front lower arm rear bushs worn and splitting - recommend replacing.

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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NKZ 4985 is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NKZ 4985, 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 NKZ 4985 registered?

NKZ 4985 is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 November 2004.

Is NKZ 4985 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKZ 4985 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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