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YH54 UPT

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

179,156 mi
Last recorded179,156 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH54 UPT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 179,156 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 168,661 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 168,661 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 154,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Nov 2018 154,042 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring mounting insecure both (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached both (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 143,707 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear both shock absorber shrouds loose

Rear brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately both (3.5.1n)

exhaust centre bracket broken and rewelded

Fail 4 Aug 2017 143,369 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front broke hose insecure

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear both shock absorber shrouds loose

Rear brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately both (3.5.1n)

exhaust centre bracket broken and rewelded

Pass 19 Aug 2016 130,088 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 117,635 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 112,380 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 107,864 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 101,661 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 92,209 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 82,638 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 76,422 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 63,337 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 63,337 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 45,788 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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YH54 UPT is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YH54 UPT, 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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YH54 UPT is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 October 2004.

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