2005 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · DU05 BSV
2005 Skoda Fabia (1.2L, petrol). First registered 12 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 103,860 miles. MOT valid until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,860 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DU05 BSV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2026
- 103,860 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DU05 BSV 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 2005 Skoda Fabia (DU05 BSV) between May 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2026 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: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 advisory notices are 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: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and centre need new clamp (6.1.2 (a))”; “Central Emissions unable to be completed clamp excessive corroded leaking need new clamp (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail top mount failed the coil spring broke (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
DU05 BSV Mileage History
- 03/05/202492,373 mi
- 15/04/202596,785 mi+4,412 mi
- 22/04/202596,788 mi+3 mi
- 31/03/2026103,654 mi+6,866 mi
- 07/04/2026103,860 mi+206 mi
Average of roughly 5,959 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Fabia Mk1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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