2000 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · W742 JBW
2000 Skoda Fabia (1.4L, petrol). First registered 26 Jun 2000. MOT expired on 03 Apr 2015.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Apr 2015
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Oct 2014)
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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W742 JBW Key Findings
- No MOT test records found for this registration
- MOT expired on 03/04/2015
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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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: Below Average
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2000 model year cars.
- 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
Electric-hydraulic steering systems can lose assistance intermittently as the angle sensor or wiring ages.
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