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SY04 WPZ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

118,377 mi
Last recorded118,377 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY04 WPZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 118,377 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Fail 30 May 2017 118,377 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both lenses milky (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Pass 21 Jun 2016 113,641 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 107,398 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 107,342 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2014 103,452 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 May 2014 103,452 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2013 99,143 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

adjusted o/s headlamp aim (too low)

n/s/f seatbelt slow to retract

o/s/r tyre 2mm tread depth

o/s/r wheel slightly distorted

Fail 29 May 2013 99,142 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

adjusted o/s headlamp aim (too low)

engine oil level below minimum

handbrake travel high

n/s/f seatbelt slow to retract

o/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r tyre 2mm tread depth

o/s/r wheel slightly distorted

Pass 26 May 2012 93,867 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2012 93,867 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 26 May 2011 88,499 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 88,499 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 81,419 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 81,418 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 75,213 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

front wipers split on edges but clearing screen ok

n s r tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 1 Jun 2009 75,213 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front wipers split on edges but clearing screen ok

n s r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 31 May 2008 62,866 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

hand brake travel high

n s f tyre wearing on inner edge

o s f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 30 May 2008 62,866 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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

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

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

hand brake travel high

mist of brake fluid or oil around o s r back plate poss wheel cylinder leak

n s f tyre wearing on inner edge

o s f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 May 2007 53,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 53,406 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 53,406 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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SY04 WPZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY04 WPZ, 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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SY04 WPZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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