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EJ61 MWE

2012 Skoda Fabia · Diesel · 1199cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1199cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Skoda Fabia Diesel 1199cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 86,844 miles on the clock, averaging 5,067 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.2 TDI engine is known for cfwa and diesel particulate filter (dpf) clogging. Common Skoda Fabia issues include component: fuse boxes and dashboard wiring and component: interior trim and dashboard plastics.

MOT & Mileage History for EJ61 MWE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
86,844
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,067

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,844 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,162
Average per year5,067
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EJ61 MWE 32k46k59k73k87k '15'25'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,844 miles
Since last MOT+5,162 miles
PASS
Mileage81,682 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,682 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,628 miles
Since last MOT+3,416 miles
PASS
Mileage78,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,212 miles
Since last MOT+7,697 miles
PASS
Mileage70,515 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,515 miles
Since last MOT+8,095 miles
PASS
Mileage62,420 miles
Since last MOT+8,472 miles
PASS
Mileage53,948 miles
Since last MOT+10,605 miles
PASS
Mileage43,343 miles
Since last MOT+1,471 miles
PASS
Mileage41,872 miles
Since last MOT+3,760 miles
PASS
Mileage38,112 miles
Since last MOT+6,221 miles
PASS
Mileage31,891 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Skoda Fabia

These are the most commonly reported problems on Skoda Fabia models (2007–2014), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Component: Fuse boxes and dashboard wiring

Fuse fatigue and corroded wiring in the under-dash fusebox lead to intermittent electrical failures. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (new fusebox or rewiring at indie garage).[1][2][4]

Component: Interior trim and dashboard plastics

Plastic mounts and clips degrade, causing loose panels. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (clips, felt tape, or panel refit).[1][2][4]

Component: Rear bootlid wiring loom (in tailgate hinge corrugation)

Wiring chafes through in the flexible bootlid corrugation under rear lights. · Typical repair: £80-£200 (splice/repair loom).[6]

Component: Fuel filter housing

Filter cracks at inlet connection, leaking diesel/petrol. · Typical repair: £100-£300 (replace filter, free if recall-eligible).

CFWA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) clogging

DPF blocks due to short city trips preventing passive regen, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ61 MWE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1199cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEJ — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About EJ61 MWE

What car is EJ61 MWE?

EJ61 MWE is an grey Skoda Fabia, diesel (1199cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EJ61 MWE?

The last recorded mileage for EJ61 MWE was 86,844 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EJ61 MWE passed its MOT?

EJ61 MWE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.

Is EJ61 MWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EJ61 MWE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EJ61 MWE?

EJ61 MWE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.