2004 Skoda Fabia 1.9L Diesel · VR53 XXX
2004 Skoda Fabia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 20 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 126,832 miles. MOT expired on 05 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,832 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VR53 XXX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2025
- 126,832 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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VR53 XXX 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 2004 Skoda Fabia (VR53 XXX) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VR53 XXX Mileage History
- 03/05/2022114,441 mi
- 28/04/2023119,086 mi+4,645 mi
- 29/04/2024123,340 mi+4,254 mi
- 29/04/2024123,340 mi
- 06/05/2025126,832 mi+3,492 mi
Average of roughly 4,118 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Fabia Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Rear Door Seal LeaksModerate
Water leaks through inner door carriers and soaks the carpets, causing condensation and mould.
- Front Suspension Console Bush FailureModerate
The large front bushes tear and let the front end thump over rough surfaces, often resulting in MOT advisories.
- PAS Angle Sensor FailureModerate
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