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385 VM

2008 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,139 mi
Last recorded57,139 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Skoda Fabia65,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration385 VM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2025 57,139 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 54,727 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 52,799 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 50,375 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 47,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 46,571 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 44,828 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 43,118 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 41,879 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 40,114 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 38,804 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 37,186 miles

n/s/r tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 28 May 2013 31,671 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 Jun 2012 25,634 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 18,786 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F Tyre treads begin: to show wear on inner edges.

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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385 VM is a 2008 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 65,126 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 385 VM, 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 18 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 385 VM registered?

385 VM is a 2008 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is 385 VM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 385 VM shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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