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AA08 DYD

2008 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,045 mi
Last recorded74,045 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Fabia65,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 DYD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 74,045 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear exhaust box has corrosion on outer skin

Pass 16 Apr 2019 66,888 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 66,887 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flex joint to front pipe split (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 53,349 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 49,614 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 45,425 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 41,279 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 41,279 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 36,634 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 31,741 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 31,741 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 26,207 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r tail light cracked.

Fail 25 Apr 2012 26,207 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r tail light cracked.

Pass 21 Apr 2011 20,783 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 DYD is a 2008 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DYD, 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 DYD registered?

AA08 DYD is a 2008 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AA08 DYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 DYD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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