The road tax status for W971 DRN is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for W971 DRN?

The MOT for W971 DRN is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of W971 DRN?

The recorded mileage for W971 DRN is 103,530 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is W971 DRN ULEZ compliant?

No, W971 DRN does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2000 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · W971 DRN

W971 DRN

2000 Skoda Fabia (1.4L, petrol). First registered 18 Aug 2000. Recorded mileage 103,530 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027.

Make & Model: SKODA FABIA
Year / Origin: 2000 · Exeter
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19 Jul 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 103,530 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2000

Engine

1397cc

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W971 DRN Key Findings

35 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
103,530 miles recorded at latest MOT
14 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (34 mentions)

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W971 DRN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 06:03

MOT Analysis

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35 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Skoda Fabia (W971 DRN) between July 2006 and July 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 14 failures.

The most recent test on 07 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 14 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (34 issues), Lighting (30 issues), Suspension (30 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 85 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 Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.

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W971 DRN Mileage History

20/07/200644,043 mi
25/07/200747,587 mi+3,544 mi
08/07/200850,477 mi+2,890 mi
11/07/200850,478 mi+1 mi
29/06/200953,436 mi+2,958 mi
08/07/201057,077 mi+3,641 mi
05/07/201161,128 mi+4,051 mi
29/06/201265,146 mi+4,018 mi
29/06/201265,146 mi
08/07/201369,089 mi+3,943 mi
08/07/201369,089 mi
01/07/201471,823 mi+2,734 mi
01/07/201471,823 mi
30/06/201574,863 mi+3,040 mi
01/07/201574,863 mi
29/06/201677,891 mi+3,028 mi
29/06/201677,891 mi
20/07/201780,162 mi+2,271 mi
24/07/201780,197 mi+35 mi
04/07/201882,674 mi+2,477 mi
06/07/201882,686 mi+12 mi
26/06/201984,631 mi+1,945 mi
02/07/201984,652 mi+21 mi
21/07/202086,175 mi+1,523 mi
22/06/202187,724 mi+1,549 mi
28/06/202187,787 mi+63 mi
28/06/202290,290 mi+2,503 mi
01/07/202290,302 mi+12 mi
30/06/202392,784 mi+2,482 mi
04/07/202392,810 mi+26 mi
12/07/202496,790 mi+3,980 mi
16/07/202496,872 mi+82 mi
04/07/2025100,489 mi+3,617 mi
10/07/2025100,504 mi+15 mi
07/07/2026103,530 mi+3,026 mi

Average of roughly 2,980 miles per year across 35 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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