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VX54 WCL

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

73,864 mi
Last recorded73,864 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 WCL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 73,864 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 71,512 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 68,880 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 64,701 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 61,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 56,737 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 54,565 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 54,565 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 52,297 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 52,297 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended twisted (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 48,675 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 48,675 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 46,590 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 41,608 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 41,608 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 32,661 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 29,470 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 28,269 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 25,991 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 24,365 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 24,365 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 21,436 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 19,676 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 19,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 17,426 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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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VX54 WCL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 VX54 WCL, 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 VX54 WCL registered?

VX54 WCL is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 December 2004.

Is VX54 WCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX54 WCL shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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