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AA08 DXW

2008 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,725 mi
Last recorded52,725 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Skoda Fabia65,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 DXW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 52,725 miles

Exhaust backbox outerskin corroded

General under body corrosion

Fail 7 May 2026 52,725 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust backbox outerskin corroded

General under body corrosion

Pass 6 May 2025 50,116 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust back box starting to corrode

Fail 30 Apr 2025 50,101 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear exhaust back box starting to corrode

Pass 22 Apr 2024 47,480 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 45,469 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 43,853 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2022 43,851 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 41,758 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 40,272 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 38,068 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 35,115 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 33,148 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 30,536 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 28,526 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 26,004 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,155 miles

o/s/f tyre worn to 2.5mm

Pass 23 Mar 2012 21,230 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 19,299 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 19,299 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 DXW is a 2008 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AA08 DXW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 DXW registered?

AA08 DXW is a 2008 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is AA08 DXW safe to buy?

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