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SB54 FDL

2004 Skoda Fabia

Beige Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

150,310 mi
Last recorded150,310 miles
Recorded on12 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB54 FDL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2020 150,310 miles

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Mar 2020 150,242 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 140,554 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) significant play in rack ()

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 133,370 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Dec 2016 122,930 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

vehicle has under body covers fitted.

Pass 3 Dec 2015 94,960 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 94,960 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 71,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front brakes grabbing slightly

Pass 2 Dec 2013 46,639 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 27,238 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 25,691 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 23,859 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 21,755 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 19,941 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 17,133 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 17,133 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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SB54 FDL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Beige with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SB54 FDL, 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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SB54 FDL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 14 December 2004.

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