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YB53 YLH

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,265 mi
Last recorded157,265 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 YLH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 157,265 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 149,718 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 140,664 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 129,341 miles

ns mirror glass damage

Pass 14 Jun 2011 121,658 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 121,658 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 99,396 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jan 2009 91,228 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 74,273 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2007 74,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 51,834 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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YB53 YLH is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YB53 YLH, 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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YB53 YLH is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 January 2004.

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