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V197 TVV

2000 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

111,034 mi
Last recorded111,034 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Skoda Fabia69,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 TVV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2012 111,034 miles

after market alloy wheels fitted to vehicle

Pass 27 Oct 2011 98,683 miles

headlamps getting dim

r indicators going white

Fail 24 Oct 2011 98,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

f shocks weak

headlamps getting dim

r indicators going white

Fail 18 Oct 2010 88,361 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 88,361 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 78,222 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 68,862 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r wheel slightly buckled

Pass 16 Oct 2007 58,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 50,666 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 50,108 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 50,108 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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V197 TVV is a 2000 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 69,284 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 V197 TVV, 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 26 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V197 TVV registered?

V197 TVV is a 2000 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V197 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V197 TVV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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