2005 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · WF05 VGN
2005 Skoda Fabia (1.4L, petrol). First registered 17 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 156,155 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,155 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WF05 VGN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/01/2024
- 156,155 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WF05 VGN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Skoda Fabia (WF05 VGN) between September 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 January 2024 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: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”.
WF05 VGN Mileage History
- 16/09/2022146,194 mi
- 16/09/2022146,194 mi
- 19/09/2023156,113 mi+9,919 mi
- 26/01/2024156,155 mi+42 mi
Average of roughly 7,321 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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
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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