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AD02 BXB

2002 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

179,372 mi
Last recorded179,372 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Skoda Fabia68,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 BXB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 179,372 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 169,366 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 169,365 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Jul 2015 165,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 165,185 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 156,322 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 148,457 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 148,457 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 141,381 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 141,379 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 135,432 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 135,429 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 May 2010 124,774 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 111,954 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 111,954 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 99,284 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 May 2008 99,116 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise near side front tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 6 Jun 2007 87,834 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 70,996 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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AD02 BXB is a 2002 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2002 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 68,116 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 AD02 BXB, 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 24 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD02 BXB registered?

AD02 BXB is a 2002 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 14 June 2002.

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