Skoda Fabia MOT pass rate
In 2023, the Skoda Fabia passed 71.2% of its first MOT tests, from 235,517 tests in Great Britain. That is 0.2 points below the 71.4% average for all cars, taxis and light vans.
Most common Skoda Fabia MOT failures
The area that failed most often was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 10.8% of tests. The red line shows the average for all cars.
- Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 10.8% vs 11.3%
- Suspension 8.9% vs 8.9%
- Brakes 7.7% vs 6.8%
- Tyres 6.2% vs 6.3%
- Visibility 4.7% vs 4.8%
- Body, chassis, structure 4.4% vs 3.4%
- Noise, emissions and leaks 3.5% vs 3.1%
- Steering 1.7% vs 1.8%
- Tyres: condition 4.1% vs 3.7%
- Headlamp aim 3.1% vs 3.3%
- Pins and bushes 3.1% vs 1.4%
- Position lamp 3.0% vs 2.8%
- Wipers 2.6% vs 2.2%
- Service brake performance 2.4% vs 1.5%
- Headlamp 2.4% vs 2.2%
- Stop lamp 2.2% vs 2.2%
Top reasons for failure
| Reason for failure | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Position lamp: Not working | 2.9% |
| Pins and bushes: Pin or bush excessively worn | 2.7% |
| Wipers: Does not clear the windscreen effectively | 2.5% |
| Stop lamp: Not working | 2.1% |
| Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | 2.1% |
| Joints: Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt | 2.1% |
| Coil spring: Fractured or broken | 1.9% |
| Rbt (sp): Efficiency below requirements | 1.8% |
| Headlamp: Not working on dipped beam | 1.3% |
| Tyres: condition: Has ply or cords exposed | 1.3% |
Skoda Fabia pass rate by age
The pass rate changes with age: 86.0% for cars aged 3 to 5 years and 53.0% for those aged 15 years or more. Older cars usually fail more often because parts like suspension, brakes and exhausts wear with time and mileage.
- 3 to 5 years 86.0% vs 71.4%
- 6 to 9 years 79.2% vs 71.4%
- 10 to 14 years 67.8% vs 71.4%
- 15 years or more 53.0% vs 71.4%
Pass rate by fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 185,283 | 74.0% |
| Diesel | 50,224 | 60.7% |
Most common Skoda Fabia advisories
Advisories do not fail the test, but they often become failures by the next MOT. These were noted most often:
- Tread depth 16.9%
- Brake discs 12.0%
- Tyres: condition 11.7%
- Pins and bushes 8.7%
- Vehicle 6.9%
- Shock absorbers 5.4%
- Brake pads 4.4%
- Service brake performance 4.2%
See MOT advisories explained for what to do about them.
How we worked this out
These figures come from DVSA's anonymised MOT testing data for 2023, covering every class 4 MOT test in Great Britain (cars, taxis and light vans). We count normal tests only, not retests. A test counts as a first-time pass if the vehicle passed without any repairs. Tests where defects were fixed at the test centre within an hour (PRS) count as fails, in line with DVSA's own statistics. Failure areas show the share of tests with at least one failure in that area, so the figures add up to more than the fail rate.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Fabia?
In 2023, 71.2% of Skoda Fabia MOT tests were passed first time, from 235,517 tests in Great Britain. The average for all cars, taxis and light vans was 71.4%.
What is the most common MOT failure on the Skoda Fabia?
The most common failure area was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, which caused 10.8% of tests to fail. Next came suspension (8.9%) and brakes (7.7%).
Is the Skoda Fabia reliable at its MOT?
Its first-time pass rate of 71.2% is 0.2 points below the average and ranks 49 of the 100 most-tested models. Age and mileage matter more than the model, so always check the history of the car you are buying.
How do I check a Skoda Fabia's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT history check. You will see every test, the mileage at each test and all failures and advisories.