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SM04 FKU

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

152,212 mi
Last recorded152,212 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 FKU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 152,212 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 132,377 miles

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

exhaust rear silencer outer skin corodded

undertrays fitted limiting inspection of underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2017 112,098 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 112,098 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 110,806 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box has corrision on it (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 102,619 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 94,703 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 87,634 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 80,751 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 80,751 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 75,329 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 70,508 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 70,508 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 64,304 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 52,805 miles

surface cracking in rear tyre treads

Pass 24 Mar 2008 40,164 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 40,108 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 29,047 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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SM04 FKU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SM04 FKU, 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 SM04 FKU registered?

SM04 FKU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 March 2004.

Is SM04 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM04 FKU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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