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YP04 RRU

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

140,571 mi
Last recorded140,571 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP04 RRU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 140,571 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 132,106 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 121,950 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 114,776 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 109,827 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 108,230 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 104,507 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 104,507 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 100,796 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 97,678 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 95,235 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 87,193 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 78,823 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 69,538 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 63,215 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 63,215 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 54,810 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 47,992 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 41,282 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 41,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 32,227 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 25,052 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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YP04 RRU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YP04 RRU, 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 YP04 RRU registered?

YP04 RRU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is YP04 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP04 RRU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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