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PX54 UTJ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

143,134 mi
Last recorded143,134 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX54 UTJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 143,134 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 143,134 miles

Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 133,246 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 117,207 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 97,317 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 97,317 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 77,240 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 62,557 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 55,762 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 50,404 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 47,397 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,762 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 42,762 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine management warning light indicates a fault

Reverse lights not working

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Sep 2012 37,991 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 37,991 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 32,536 miles

o/s and n/s rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 12 Oct 2010 27,080 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 21,419 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 16,889 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 16,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 14,161 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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PX54 UTJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 PX54 UTJ, 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 PX54 UTJ registered?

PX54 UTJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 9 September 2004.

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