CarVerify

Free Car Check

JLZ 3551

2002 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi

Blue Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,974 mi
Last recorded197,974 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi70,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLZ 3551
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia Classic Sdi
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2025 197,974 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 196,744 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 196,202 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 195,578 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 195,559 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 195,140 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 193,472 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 192,205 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 192,191 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 190,439 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi?

Based on 947 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
6,260
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
position lamp(s) not working 6
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Full Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

JLZ 3551 is a 2002 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 70,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JLZ 3551, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JLZ 3551?

You can check the full history of JLZ 3551 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was JLZ 3551 registered?

JLZ 3551 is a 2002 Skoda Fabia Classic Sdi, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is JLZ 3551 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLZ 3551 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JLZ 3551 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on JLZ 3551. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.