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PL54 FYJ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

174,335 mi
Last recorded174,335 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL54 FYJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 174,335 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 167,829 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 157,090 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all 4 tyres are worn on inner edges

offside + nearside outer sills slightly corroded

temporary fuel cap fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Jun 2017 156,882 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking flexi hose to caliper connection (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all 4 tyres are worn on inner edges

offside + nearside outer sills slightly corroded

temporary fuel cap fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jun 2016 139,502 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber muck shield insecure

Offside Rear shock absorber muck shield insecure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 139,490 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber muck shield insecure

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

Offside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear shock absorber muck shield insecure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 137,873 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 137,873 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2013 126,422 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 122,850 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 122,850 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 103,055 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 85,274 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 70,981 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 50,018 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 12 Nov 2007 36,286 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 29,784 miles

Front and rear discs are poor in condition. Advise they are replaced.

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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PL54 FYJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PL54 FYJ, 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 PL54 FYJ registered?

PL54 FYJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is PL54 FYJ safe to buy?

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