2011 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Diesel · YY11 THG
2011 Skoda Fabia (1.2L, diesel). First registered 12 Aug 2011. Recorded mileage 60,654 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jan 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jan 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,654 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
YY11 THG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 12/01/2024
- 60,654 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YY11 THG 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 (YY11 THG) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 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: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). 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: “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”.
YY11 THG Mileage History
- 17/01/202253,667 mi
- 17/01/202253,667 mi
- 20/01/202356,227 mi+2,560 mi
- 10/01/202460,626 mi+4,399 mi
- 12/01/202460,654 mi+28 mi
Average of roughly 3,518 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Fabia Mk2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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