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AF12 XLB

2012 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,198 mi
Last recorded44,198 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Skoda Fabia55,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 XLB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 44,198 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 44,182 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2023 44,112 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 May 2022 42,692 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 40,955 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 36,633 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 34,043 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 30,274 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 26,889 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 22,431 miles

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

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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AF12 XLB is a 2012 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 55,784 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 AF12 XLB, 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 14 years old, this Skoda Fabia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 XLB registered?

AF12 XLB is a 2012 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is AF12 XLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 XLB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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