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PJ04 BUP

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

132,006 mi
Last recorded132,006 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ04 BUP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 132,006 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 132,006 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 125,950 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 125,906 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 122,014 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front wishbone corroded

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

Fail 18 Apr 2018 122,014 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front wishbone corroded

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 117,786 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 117,786 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 114,459 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 114,459 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 110,012 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 110,112 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2014 105,167 miles

exhaust detoriated

Pass 24 Apr 2013 97,419 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 24 Apr 2013 97,419 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 19 Apr 2012 88,559 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 21 Apr 2011 80,897 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 71,648 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 71,648 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 62,065 miles

front wipers starting to not clear screen

Pass 21 Apr 2008 50,798 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 38,793 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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PJ04 BUP is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 PJ04 BUP, 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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PJ04 BUP is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 April 2004.

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