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AA08 DOU

2008 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,296 mi
Last recorded98,296 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Fabia65,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 DOU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 98,296 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 98,218 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 16,820 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 90,976 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 83,964 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 83,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven both sides (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 75,035 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 63,323 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 52,843 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 42,785 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 42,784 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 31,122 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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AA08 DOU is a 2008 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AA08 DOU, 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 AA08 DOU registered?

AA08 DOU is a 2008 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is AA08 DOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 DOU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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