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1997 GJ

2010 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,989 mi
Last recorded118,989 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Skoda Fabia58,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1997 GJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 118,989 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi worn (6.1.2 (a))

Front both tyre underflated

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 9 Apr 2026 118,989 miles

Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi worn (6.1.2 (a))

Front both tyre underflated

Nearside Front Inner Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2025 104,792 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 104,791 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 93,253 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 78,202 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 78,201 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 68,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 61,021 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2020 58,769 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 51,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lip on the disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 42,655 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 30,063 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 21,326 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 19,116 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 15,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside wiper smears slightly

service light on

Pass 30 May 2013 11,800 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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1997 GJ is a 2010 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 58,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1997 GJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 16 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1997 GJ registered?

1997 GJ is a 2010 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 June 2010.

Is 1997 GJ safe to buy?

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