2011 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · SY61 XLP
2011 Skoda Fabia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 103,040 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,040 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY61 XLP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
- 103,040 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY61 XLP 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 (SY61 XLP) between July 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 June 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 (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear backbox (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
SY61 XLP Mileage History
- 30/07/2024102,910 mi
- 14/08/2024102,926 mi+16 mi
- 02/07/2025102,978 mi+52 mi
- 04/07/2025102,978 mi
- 11/06/2026103,040 mi+62 mi
Average of roughly 70 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
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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