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X996 EBM

2000 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

141,994 mi
Last recorded141,994 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Skoda Fabia69,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX996 EBM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 141,994 miles

major oil leak

Fail 29 Nov 2016 141,948 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 126,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 26 Nov 2015 126,423 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)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 109,994 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 109,994 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 92,832 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front wiper blade poor condition

Pass 30 Oct 2012 84,093 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 78,504 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2010 73,206 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 66,902 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 61,901 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 56,852 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 50,073 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 50,073 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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X996 EBM is a 2000 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X996 EBM, 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 X996 EBM registered?

X996 EBM is a 2000 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 November 2000.

Is X996 EBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X996 EBM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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