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Skoda Fabia

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LM54 VBTMOT history

LM54 VBT is a silver petrol Skoda Fabia first used on 25 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 130,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2023.

LM54 VBT silver Skoda Fabia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Fabia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2024
Mileage
130,239 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 VBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 VBT was last recorded at 130,239 miles on 24 Mar 2023, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,199 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
7,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,239 miles
  • 2022 – 125,541 miles
  • 2021 – 116,252 miles
  • 2019 – 102,013 miles
  • 2018 – 85,794 miles
  • 2017 – 83,166 miles
  • 2016 – 80,673 miles
  • 2015 – 78,610 miles
  • 2014 – 77,069 miles
  • 2013 – 75,548 miles
  • 2012 – 70,716 miles
  • 2011 – 51,205 miles
  • 2010 – 38,431 miles
  • 2009 – 32,705 miles
  • 2008 – 24,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,239 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside headlamp loose advise remedial repairRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,239 miles (+40)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,239 miles
    Test number
    731390778119
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp loose advise remedial repair
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  2. Fail130,199 miles (+4,658)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,199 miles
    Test number
    779032363608
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp loose advise remedial repair
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass125,541 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,541 miles
    Test number
    109682608529
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp loose and securing tabs missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions readings close to limit
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  4. Fail125,541 miles (+9,289)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,541 miles
    Test number
    199380496281
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions readings close to limit
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper blades require replacing split will not clear when washers work

  5. Pass116,252 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,252 miles
    Test number
    156172722575
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriating

  6. Fail116,240 miles (+14,227)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,240 miles
    Test number
    285679769995
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriating

  7. Pass102,013 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,013 miles
    Test number
    461445036030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,928 miles (+16,134)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,928 miles
    Test number
    729435548490
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

  9. Pass85,794 miles (+112)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,794 miles
    Test number
    109429025949
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail85,682 miles (+2,516)2 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,682 miles
    Test number
    236221536486
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel nearside lower (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,166 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,166 miles
    Test number
    871671697824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced borderline pass ) ( dip beam image fading (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement borderline pass (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced borderline pass ) ( dip beam image fading (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement borderline pass (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Fail83,166 miles (+2,493)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,166 miles
    Test number
    997858690038
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced borderline pass ) ( dip beam image fading (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement borderline pass (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced borderline pass ) ( dip beam image fading (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement borderline pass (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass80,673 miles (+2,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,673 miles
    Test number
    397220467248
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass78,610 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,610 miles
    Test number
    896458465182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,566 miles (+1,497)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,566 miles
    Test number
    866432965102
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass77,069 miles (+5)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,069 miles
    Test number
    458099264142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorating

  17. Fail77,064 miles (+1,516)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,064 miles
    Test number
    956938664192
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear bearing slightly rough when rotated
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorating

  18. Pass75,548 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,548 miles
    Test number
    176991773192
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Fail75,543 miles (+4,827)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,543 miles
    Test number
    686031273178
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass70,716 miles (+19,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,716 miles
    Test number
    226695372499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass51,205 miles (+12,774)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,205 miles
    Test number
    649589851142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,431 miles (+5,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,431 miles
    Test number
    960305250132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass32,705 miles (+8,263)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,705 miles
    Test number
    212893849442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,442 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,442 miles
    Test number
    363968248157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail24,438 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,438 miles
    Test number
    222263548426
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM54 VBT

Does LM54 VBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 VBT expired on 23 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 VBT?
The MOT on LM54 VBT expired on 23 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 VBT done?
LM54 VBT was recorded at 130,239 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2023, an average of 7,131 miles a year.
Has LM54 VBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 VBT has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LM54 VBT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 VBT find?
LM54 VBT passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2023 with 8 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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