Skoda Fabia Colour MOT pass rate and common problems
91.3% of 1,012 Skoda Fabia Colour MOT tests pass.
The Fabia Colour passes its MOT 91.3% of the time — well above the average across all Skoda models, which sits at 81.5%.
The Skoda Fabia Colour passes its MOT 91.3% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 93.5% at 0–3 years to 84.7% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 93.5% | 757 | 18,341 miles |
| 3–6 years | 84.7% | 255 | 19,881 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Skoda Fabia Colour
The most common reason the Skoda Fabia Colour fails its MOT is tyres — present in 47.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 47.2% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Visibility | 42.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 13.9% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.5% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Suspension | 5.6% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 3.7% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Brakes | 3.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Road Wheels | 0.9% | Fixing missing |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.9% | Cannot be opened from inside the vehicle |
Buying a used Skoda Fabia Colour: what to check
These checks follow the Skoda Fabia Colour’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Skoda Fabia Colour comes between 0–3 years and 3–6 years old, from 93.5% to 84.7%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 91.8% down to 86.5%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 47.2% of failed Skoda Fabia Colour MOTs. 8.2% of tests at 3–6 years failed on tyres, against 4.0% at 0–3 years.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 42.6% of failed Skoda Fabia Colour MOTs. 7.8% of tests at 3–6 years failed on windscreen and wipers, against 3.4% at 0–3 years.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 13.9% of failed Skoda Fabia Colour MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
4. Exhaust, emissions and leaks
Recorded in 6.5% of failed Skoda Fabia Colour MOTs. 1.2% of tests at 3–6 years failed on exhaust, emissions and leaks, against 0.5% at 0–3 years.
Look under the car for fresh oil or coolant, and listen for blows or rattles from the exhaust. Watch for smoke from the tailpipe when the engine starts and when you accelerate.
5. Suspension
Recorded in 5.6% of failed Skoda Fabia Colour MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Skoda service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Skoda models
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- Skoda Kodiaq SE Drive — 90.9% pass rate
- Skoda Octavia SE L TSI IV — 89.1% pass rate
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Fabia Colour?
- 91.3% of Skoda Fabia Colour MOT tests pass, based on 1,012 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Skoda Fabia Colour?
- The most common reason the Skoda Fabia Colour fails its MOT is tyres — present in 47.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Skoda Fabia Colour?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Skoda Fabia Colour are tyres; windscreen and wipers; lights and electrics. 8.2% of tests at 3–6 years failed on tyres, against 4.0% at 0–3 years.
- What should I check when buying a used Skoda Fabia Colour?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; windscreen and wipers; lights and electrics; exhaust, emissions and leaks; suspension. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Skoda Fabia Colour's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Skoda service history guide for how to check and keep one.