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A8 PTL

2007 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,252 mi
Last recorded51,252 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Skoda Fabia65,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 PTL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 51,252 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 49,953 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Offside Front & Nearside Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Dec 2023 49,054 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 47,178 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside front & nearside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 44,946 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 42,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 41,038 miles

front inner shoulder tyre wearing slightly, offside

Fail 22 Nov 2019 40,910 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 38,984 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 36,663 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 33,606 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 31,334 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 31,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 29,544 miles

Boot is full, not able to check condition of spare tyre.

Rear washer jet is not spraying on screen.

Rear wiper is not clearing screen.

Fail 10 Dec 2014 29,544 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Boot is full, not able to check condition of spare tyre.

Rear washer jet is not spraying on screen.

Rear wiper is not clearing screen.

Pass 16 Dec 2013 27,689 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 25,730 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 23,582 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 20,875 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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A8 PTL is a 2007 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 65,840 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 A8 PTL, 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 19 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A8 PTL?

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What year was A8 PTL registered?

A8 PTL is a 2007 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 5 December 2007.

Is A8 PTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 PTL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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