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W163 SFJ

2000 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,261 mi
Last recorded90,261 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2000 Skoda Fabia69,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW163 SFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 90,261 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 86,696 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 86,684 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 85,529 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

surface corrosion corrosion on rear discs

Pass 13 Jan 2014 84,450 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 83,553 miles

n/s/r disc slightly corroded

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 25 Jan 2012 82,957 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 82,076 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 81,382 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 80,550 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 79,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jan 2008 79,395 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

epc warning light on

Pass 19 Dec 2006 68,471 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 68,471 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 56,173 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

slight play in steering rack

Fail 16 Dec 2005 56,163 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine warning light on

rear number plate deteriorating

slight play in steering rack

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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W163 SFJ is a 2000 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W163 SFJ, 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 W163 SFJ registered?

W163 SFJ is a 2000 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W163 SFJ safe to buy?

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