2010 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · BL10 EFP
2010 Skoda Fabia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 06 Aug 2010. Recorded mileage 74,358 miles. MOT expired on 21 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,358 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BL10 EFP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2024
- 74,358 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL10 EFP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Skoda Fabia (BL10 EFP) between November 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Service brake excessively binding both rear (1.2.1 (f))”; “Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
BL10 EFP Mileage History
- 10/11/202260,685 mi
- 11/10/202366,940 mi+6,255 mi
- 11/10/202366,940 mi
- 23/10/202474,358 mi+7,418 mi
- 23/10/202474,358 mi
Average of roughly 7,004 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Fabia Mk2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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