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YM54 BGZ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

99,255 mi
Last recorded99,255 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM54 BGZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 99,255 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 94,766 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 88,561 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 83,359 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 77,576 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Dec 2021 77,576 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 71,210 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 71,208 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam image (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam image (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

exhaust joints blowing

Pass 28 Dec 2019 61,706 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 50,122 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Fail 20 Dec 2018 50,114 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 27 Dec 2017 48,443 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

air filter / engine cover missing

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 22 Dec 2017 48,405 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

air filter / engine cover missing

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Dec 2016 46,145 miles

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Dec 2015 44,044 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 40,966 miles

rear washer not working

reversing light not working

Fail 18 Dec 2014 40,966 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

rear washer not working

reversing light not working

Pass 16 Dec 2013 38,142 miles

drivers seat belt slow retracting,suggest renew

front brake disc pads low?

front lower suspension arms rear bushes showing signs of wear

Pass 6 Dec 2012 34,973 miles

drivers seat belt slow retracting

front disc pads low?

Pass 5 Dec 2011 31,161 miles

drivers seat belt slow retracting

n/s front tyre sidewall worn

Pass 31 Dec 2010 26,628 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 23,962 miles

o/s front seat belt slow retracting

Pass 10 Dec 2008 19,964 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 15,716 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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YM54 BGZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 YM54 BGZ, 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 YM54 BGZ registered?

YM54 BGZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 December 2004.

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