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SW10 GWD

2010 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

111,420 mi
Last recorded111,420 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2010 Skoda Fabia58,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW10 GWD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 111,420 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Top mount bearing notchy

Offside Front Top mount bearing notchy

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 93,985 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 93,985 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 79,903 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 75,659 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 71,827 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 71,827 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 65,039 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 56,556 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 48,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 44,170 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2016 40,269 miles

Front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 21 Sep 2015 36,382 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 34,484 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 34,484 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 31,055 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 30,947 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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SW10 GWD is a 2010 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 58,304 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 SW10 GWD, 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 16 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW10 GWD registered?

SW10 GWD is a 2010 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 July 2010.

Is SW10 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW10 GWD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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