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W227 BHJ

2000 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,751 mi
Last recorded85,751 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Skoda Fabia69,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW227 BHJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2015 85,751 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 85,751 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 74,249 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)

rear exhaust box corroding

steering slightly tight -- found on lock to lock check

Fail 17 Mar 2014 74,171 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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)

rear exhaust box corroding

steering slightly tight -- found on lock to lock check

Pass 18 Mar 2013 67,643 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes perishing

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

o/s/r brake binding very close to excess

power steering heavy - intermittent

rear brakes out of balance close to excess

Pass 15 Mar 2012 62,331 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 62,331 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 59,680 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 59,680 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 56,991 miles

PUNCTURE-N/S C/V BOOT.

Pass 20 Mar 2009 52,731 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2009 52,731 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 48,379 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 43,545 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 43,545 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 39,839 miles

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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W227 BHJ is a 2000 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 W227 BHJ, 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 W227 BHJ registered?

W227 BHJ is a 2000 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 April 2000.

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