2011 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · RJ60 VZK
2011 Skoda Fabia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17 Feb 2011. Recorded mileage 165,712 miles. MOT valid until 11 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,712 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RJ60 VZK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2026
- 165,712 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RJ60 VZK 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 2011 Skoda Fabia (RJ60 VZK) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 May 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: Brakes (9 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”.
RJ60 VZK Mileage History
- 13/05/2024148,889 mi
- 13/05/2024148,889 mi
- 22/04/2025157,267 mi+8,378 mi
- 23/04/2025157,267 mi
- 12/05/2026165,712 mi+8,445 mi
Average of roughly 8,431 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Fabia Mk2
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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