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VX04 NKL

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

185,228 mi
Last recorded185,228 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 NKL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Aug 2014 185,228 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 185,228 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 169,786 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 169,786 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

rear tyres perishing wearing on edges

Pass 16 Aug 2012 162,209 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 162,209 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 152,567 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 134,050 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 112,454 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 94,543 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 69,220 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 69,188 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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VX04 NKL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX04 NKL, 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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What year was VX04 NKL registered?

VX04 NKL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is VX04 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX04 NKL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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