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WU54 YWZ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,324 mi
Last recorded101,324 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 YWZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 101,324 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2018 101,324 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2018 101,283 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens Deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens Deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Damage to NSF Wing Mirror

Damage to OSR Body and 1/4 Panel

Engine Oil Leak

OSF Front Brake Pads 75% Worn

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Slight Play in NSF Track Rod End

Slightly Play in NSF Suspension Bottom Ball Joint

Pass 2 Oct 2017 95,823 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 95,823 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 85,819 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 85,819 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 75,176 miles

both head light lenses misted up making output abit dull

child seat fitted x2

slight play in steering rack

Pass 5 Sep 2014 66,962 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Oct 2013 59,104 miles

child seats fitted to n/s/r and o/s/r

damage to o/s/r bumper and wheel arch

front wipers poor

o/s/f and n/s/f wishbone rear bushes cracked and splitting

o/s/f plastic floor cover damaged

Fail 27 Sep 2013 59,081 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)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

child seats fitted to n/s/r and o/s/r

damage to o/s/r bumper and wheel arch

front wipers poor

o/s/f and n/s/f wishbone rear bushes cracked and splitting

o/s/f plastic floor cover damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2012 51,246 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)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 51,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 43,862 miles

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 20 Sep 2010 36,891 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,942 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Sep 2008 23,529 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 17,190 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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WU54 YWZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 WU54 YWZ, 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 WU54 YWZ registered?

WU54 YWZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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