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YM04 BVU

2004 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,610 mi
Last recorded25,610 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 BVU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 25,610 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2026 25,605 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

No reverse

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 23,263 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 22,775 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 22,388 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 22,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2022 21,666 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre metal shard in tread.

Pass 26 May 2021 20,680 miles

Front tyres cracking

Fail 26 May 2021 20,680 miles

Front tyres cracking

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 19,912 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 19,370 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 18,617 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 18,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 18,049 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 17,647 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 17,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 16,935 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 15,920 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 14,808 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 13,847 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 12,477 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 11,065 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 9,286 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,964 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 5,975 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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YM04 BVU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YM04 BVU, 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 YM04 BVU registered?

YM04 BVU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is YM04 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM04 BVU shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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