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YM53 UAG

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

90,333 mi
Last recorded90,333 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 UAG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 90,333 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all 4 (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust emissions close to legal limit

Fail 3 Nov 2020 90,303 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all 4 (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 83,512 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured Bulbs faded. (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 76,626 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2017 69,877 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

damage to n/s outer sill

Fail 13 Dec 2017 69,783 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe broken (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both due to faded lenses (need polishing) (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both, suspect needs water& unable to fully test wiper blades. (8.2.3)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both n/s& o/s (165/70/14T) (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres 3mm tread depth

damage to n/s outer sill

Pass 13 Dec 2016 64,719 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 59,011 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 51,644 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 46,008 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2013 46,008 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2013 39,948 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 39,948 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 35,490 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 30,666 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 25,070 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 20,107 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 16,584 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 12,611 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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YM53 UAG is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YM53 UAG, 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 YM53 UAG registered?

YM53 UAG is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 6 January 2004.

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