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AA59 RAD

2009 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,608 mi
Last recorded104,608 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Fabia57,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA59 RAD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 104,608 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 104,232 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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 Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 93,050 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 83,396 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 83,233 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 64,572 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 64,572 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 39,861 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread cracked

Pass 18 Aug 2017 38,345 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 33,723 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 29,657 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 24,105 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 19,697 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 17 Aug 2012 15,811 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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AA59 RAD is a 2009 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AA59 RAD, 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 AA59 RAD registered?

AA59 RAD is a 2009 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 5 September 2009.

Is AA59 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA59 RAD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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