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Skoda Fabia

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

T1 XALMOT history

T1 XAL is a blue petrol Skoda Fabia first used on 8 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 74,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
74,165 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 XAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 XAL was last recorded at 74,165 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,410 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
755 miles
Average per year
3,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,165 miles
  • 2024 – 73,410 miles
  • 2023 – 72,393 miles
  • 2022 – 72,131 miles
  • 2021 – 69,295 miles
  • 2020 – 66,740 miles
  • 2019 – 64,589 miles
  • 2018 – 61,744 miles
  • 2017 – 58,256 miles
  • 2016 – 54,324 miles
  • 2015 – 51,123 miles
  • 2014 – 47,173 miles
  • 2013 – 42,201 miles
  • 2012 – 35,922 miles
  • 2011 – 32,409 miles
  • 2010 – 29,715 miles
  • 2009 – 25,946 miles
  • 2008 – 21,238 miles
  • 2007 – 16,826 miles
  • 2006 – 13,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,165 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deteriorationRecorded at 12 MOTs since 2017

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,165 miles (+755)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    74,165 miles
    Test number
    218836320890
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  2. Pass73,410 miles (+17)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,410 miles
    Test number
    704838210528
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked/split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked/split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexible exhaust section has some deterioration
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  3. Fail73,393 miles (+1,000)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,393 miles
    Test number
    389431875383
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked/split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked/split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexible exhaust section has some deterioration
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  4. Pass72,393 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,393 miles
    Test number
    545725969750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer has some deteriation

  5. Fail72,393 miles (+262)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,393 miles
    Test number
    862213757043
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer has some deteriation

  6. Pass72,131 miles (+123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,131 miles
    Test number
    422859899251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  7. Fail72,008 miles (+2,713)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,008 miles
    Test number
    653173694309
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  8. Pass69,295 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,295 miles
    Test number
    559614624127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears have slight cracking to inner walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  9. Fail69,285 miles (+2,545)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,285 miles
    Test number
    893623710016
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears have slight cracking to inner walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  10. Pass66,740 miles (+77)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,740 miles
    Test number
    185758742212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  11. Fail66,663 miles (+2,074)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,663 miles
    Test number
    849570491388
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure bracket broken (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter corroded and misting (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  12. Pass64,589 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,589 miles
    Test number
    342191422437
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  13. Fail64,570 miles (+2,826)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,570 miles
    Test number
    612795335298
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  14. Pass61,744 miles (+114)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,744 miles
    Test number
    755896599948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded from rack to pump (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail61,630 miles (+3,374)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,630 miles
    Test number
    760517396398
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded from rack to pump (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass58,256 miles (+3,932)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,256 miles
    Test number
    273248711151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear of the front wishbone arm bushes have slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake disc has slight scoring
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section has some deterioration

  17. Pass54,324 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,324 miles
    Test number
    647636037273
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust section has slight deterioartion
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust has slight deterioration

  18. Fail54,324 miles (+3,201)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,324 miles
    Test number
    577058810821
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust section has slight deterioartion
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust has slight deterioration

  19. Pass51,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,123 miles
    Test number
    222315297537
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    989934433226
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass47,173 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,173 miles
    Test number
    876910974243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slight perishing rubber stating to crack

  22. Fail47,173 miles (+4,972)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,173 miles
    Test number
    358210674480
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slight perishing rubber stating to crack

  23. Pass42,201 miles (+6,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,201 miles
    Test number
    387624573252
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass35,922 miles (+3,513)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,922 miles
    Test number
    556906252226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,409 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,409 miles
    Test number
    557156731208
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Fail32,409 miles (+2,694)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,409 miles
    Test number
    999206831270
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass29,715 miles (+3,769)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,715 miles
    Test number
    443899620207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,946 miles (+4,708)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,946 miles
    Test number
    593512439221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail21,238 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,238 miles
    Test number
    614277228287
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass21,238 miles (+4,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,238 miles
    Test number
    923247028232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass16,826 miles (+3,755)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,826 miles
    Test number
    173733947282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass13,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    13,071 miles
    Test number
    912828436218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T1 XAL

Does T1 XAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 XAL is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T1 XAL?
The MOT on T1 XAL is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 XAL done?
T1 XAL was recorded at 74,165 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 3,188 miles a year.
Has T1 XAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 XAL has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T1 XAL 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 T1 XAL find?
T1 XAL passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to tread area, and 2 more.

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