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WU04 EAY

2004 Skoda Fabia

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

71,316 mi
Last recorded71,316 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 EAY
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 71,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 71,136 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 71,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 70,543 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 69,362 miles

Nearside Rear tyre...irregular wear

Pass 27 Oct 2021 67,963 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 66,854 miles

unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2019 65,762 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 63,858 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 6 Dec 2017 61,547 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 58,584 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 55,949 miles

unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

Fail 26 Nov 2015 55,949 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)

unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2014 53,021 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 50,789 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 48,141 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 45,981 miles

Bottom coolant pipe deformed requires replacment

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 45,981 miles

Bottom coolant pipe deformed requires replacment

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2011 41,826 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 41,826 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 36,788 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 36,788 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 29,514 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 25,006 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 25,006 miles

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

2/wiper blades worn

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 17,840 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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WU04 EAY is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 WU04 EAY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU04 EAY registered?

WU04 EAY is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is WU04 EAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU04 EAY shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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