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Skoda Fabia

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y38 GAXMOT history

Y38 GAX is a grey diesel Skoda Fabia first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 145,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2023.

Y38 GAX grey Skoda Fabia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2024
Mileage
145,013 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 GAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 GAX was last recorded at 145,013 miles on 22 Feb 2023, 2,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,478 miles · 18 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,535 miles
Average per year
4,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,013 miles
  • 2022 – 142,478 miles
  • 2021 – 140,726 miles
  • 2020 – 139,318 miles
  • 2019 – 135,935 miles
  • 2018 – 132,946 miles
  • 2017 – 128,862 miles
  • 2016 – 124,462 miles
  • 2015 – 119,440 miles
  • 2014 – 113,807 miles
  • 2013 – 108,100 miles
  • 2012 – 102,270 miles
  • 2011 – 97,435 miles
  • 2010 – 91,055 miles
  • 2009 – 84,139 miles
  • 2008 – 77,023 miles
  • 2007 – 69,767 miles
  • 2006 – 62,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,013 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • HANDBRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,013 miles (+2,535)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    145,013 miles
    Test number
    838938111545
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass142,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,478 miles
    Test number
    967575360604
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail142,478 miles (+1,752)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,478 miles
    Test number
    337674425887
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass140,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    140,726 miles
    Test number
    383576658452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail140,726 miles (+1,408)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,726 miles
    Test number
    132516776989
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass139,318 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    139,318 miles
    Test number
    777660525162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail139,318 miles (+3,383)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,318 miles
    Test number
    334197844289
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass135,935 miles (+2,989)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    135,935 miles
    Test number
    990968702716
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass132,946 miles (+4,084)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,946 miles
    Test number
    960854689717
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass128,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    128,862 miles
    Test number
    767681928950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,862 miles (+4,400)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,862 miles
    Test number
    860226519111
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass124,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    124,462 miles
    Test number
    101032201480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail124,462 miles (+5,022)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,462 miles
    Test number
    347178737681
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass119,440 miles (+5,633)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    119,440 miles
    Test number
    516140645028
    • NoteBOYH FRONT TYRES 2-3MM ONLY
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass113,807 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    113,807 miles
    Test number
    707301344047
    • NoteO,S,R TYRE 2-3ML
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST DETERIATED

  16. Fail113,807 miles (+5,707)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,807 miles
    Test number
    636151844099
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO,S,R TYRE 2-3ML
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST DETERIATED

  17. Pass108,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    108,100 miles
    Test number
    245024643066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail108,100 miles (+5,830)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,100 miles
    Test number
    157034543060
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside 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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass102,270 miles (+4,835)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,270 miles
    Test number
    176204242026
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriated

  20. Pass97,435 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,435 miles
    Test number
    749123251048
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail97,435 miles (+6,380)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,435 miles
    Test number
    298442851032
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass91,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    91,055 miles
    Test number
    974720460025
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail91,055 miles (+6,916)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,055 miles
    Test number
    843160560054
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass84,139 miles (+7,116)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    84,139 miles
    Test number
    143592269023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,023 miles (+7,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,023 miles
    Test number
    584048858015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass69,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    69,767 miles
    Test number
    902162657093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,767 miles (+7,689)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,767 miles
    Test number
    152262557092
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass62,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,078 miles
    Test number
    281441566012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y38 GAX

Does Y38 GAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y38 GAX expired on 6 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y38 GAX?
The MOT on Y38 GAX expired on 6 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y38 GAX done?
Y38 GAX was recorded at 145,013 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2023, an average of 4,885 miles a year.
Has Y38 GAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 GAX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y38 GAX 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 Y38 GAX find?
Y38 GAX passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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