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489 DOT

2013 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,329 mi
Last recorded77,329 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Skoda Fabia49,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration489 DOT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 77,329 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust box outer skins peeling away

Pass 19 Aug 2024 74,118 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust box outer skins peeling away, not blowing still secure

Fail 16 Aug 2024 74,118 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust box outer skins peeling away, not blowing still secure

Pass 10 Aug 2023 71,974 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 69,830 miles

Offside Front Outer c/v gaiter perishing

Pass 17 Aug 2021 67,590 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 64,909 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 59,450 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 53,670 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 50,855 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 40,539 miles

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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489 DOT is a 2013 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 49,958 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 489 DOT, 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 13 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 489 DOT registered?

489 DOT is a 2013 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 May 2013.

Is 489 DOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 489 DOT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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