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Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 reliable? We analysed 2,583 real MOT tests across 416 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,583 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.2%
Typical Mileage
75,460mi
Annual Mileage
4,583mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60.

Specifications

Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1198cc
Engine
60bhp
Power
16.5sec
0–62 mph
47.9mpg
Combined
140g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1198cc
Power
60 BHP
0–62 mph
16.5 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Red
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
47.9 mpg
Urban
36.2 mpg
Extra-urban
58.9 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1882

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
140 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1

Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,588 mi/yr
Typical
4,583 mi/yr
Average
5,293 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,058 mi/yr

Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
75,460 mi
75th Percentile
97,867 mi
95th Percentile
135,158 mi
Max Recorded
195,200 mi

How Does the Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 THIS CAR 85.2% 2,583 75,460 mi — yrs
Skoda Fabia 76% 4,863,673 58,216 mi 26 yrs
Skoda Octavia 77.7% 3,816,734 87,093 mi 28 yrs
Skoda Yeti 84.4% 844,079 52,202 mi 17 yrs
Scania R450 91.5% 2,981 549,040 mi — yrs

Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60?

The Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.2% across 2,583 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively with 2 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

A typical Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 owner drives around 4,583 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 reliable?
Based on 2,583 MOT tests, the Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 has a 85.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60?
The most common failure point is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively.
How many miles does a Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 do per year?
The typical Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 does around 4,583 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Fabia 1 Htp 60?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.