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AB59 SEB

2009 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,033 mi
Last recorded32,033 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Fabia57,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB59 SEB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 32,033 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 30,869 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 28,504 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 27,388 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 26,378 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 26,377 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 25,500 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 25,500 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 23,953 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 21,610 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 20,549 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 19,508 miles

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 21 Sep 2015 17,205 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 15,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 14,908 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 11,263 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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AB59 SEB is a 2009 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AB59 SEB, 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 AB59 SEB registered?

AB59 SEB is a 2009 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is AB59 SEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB59 SEB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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