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AE51 DXL

2001 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,453 mi
Last recorded128,453 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Skoda Fabia71,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 DXL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 128,453 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust deteriorated- strong advisory (7.1.2)

brake discs all round slightly worn

Fail 29 Jul 2016 128,453 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing mirror (6.1.C.1)

registration plate delaminated both registration plates (6.3.1d)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also perished- strong advisory (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust deteriorated- strong advisory (7.1.2)

brake discs all round slightly worn

oil level low

Pass 24 Jul 2015 120,386 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre perishing

oil level low

Pass 24 Jul 2014 110,642 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to o/s outer sill

engine management lamp on

Fail 23 Jul 2014 110,642 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to o/s outer sill

engine management lamp on

n/s/f tyre 2mm tread depth

Pass 29 Jul 2013 102,500 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

exhaust rear silencer corroded and slightly blowing

nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished - strong advisory

Pass 30 Jul 2012 94,890 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

exhaust rear silencer corroded and slightly blowing

nearside front tyre perishing

Fail 30 Jul 2012 94,890 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

engine oil above the maximum mark

exhaust rear silencer corroded and slightly blowing

fuel filter corroded

nearside front tyre perishing

Pass 20 Jul 2011 85,094 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

adjusted both headlamp aims, too high

damage to n/s door mirror

damage to o/s/r panel

engine management lamp on

engine oil leak

engine oil level below minimum

exhaust rear silencer corroded& blowing slightly

o/s/r tyre 3mm tread depth& tread slightly uneven

Fail 1 Jul 2010 74,670 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 74,670 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 67,351 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside door mirror damaged

Pass 21 Jul 2008 58,042 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 48,475 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 39,744 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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AE51 DXL is a 2001 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 71,274 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 AE51 DXL, 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 25 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE51 DXL registered?

AE51 DXL is a 2001 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is AE51 DXL safe to buy?

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