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A16 ODW

2009 Skoda Fabia

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,404 mi
Last recorded72,404 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Fabia57,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 ODW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 72,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2025 72,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 69,714 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 69,714 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 67,012 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 63,071 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 59,798 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 56,816 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 56,816 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 53,881 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 53,881 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 48,464 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 44,204 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 44,204 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 40,475 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 35,296 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 29,538 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 26,042 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 26,042 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 20,767 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)

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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A16 ODW is a 2009 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,441 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A16 ODW, 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 17 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A16 ODW registered?

A16 ODW is a 2009 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is A16 ODW safe to buy?

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