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At a glance
This 2001 Skoda Fabia Petrol 1397cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 107,425 miles on the clock, averaging 7,481 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Skoda Fabia issues include 1. central locking system failures and 2. rear door seals leaking – water ingress into footwells.
MOT & Mileage History for FP51 EHY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 107,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,481 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Reported issues for this Skoda Fabia
These are the most commonly reported problems on Skoda Fabia models (2000–2007), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Central Locking System Failures
The locking motor—especially the one controlling boot opening—wears out or develops internal faults. Wiring can also corrode or break, particularly at connection points.[1] Poor earth connections are a documented issue on early models.[3] · Typical repair: £150–£350 per door/latch (parts £40–120, labour £100–200). Boot motor replacement: £200–400.
2. Rear Door Seals Leaking – Water Ingress into Footwells
The rubber seals around the rear doors degrade with age and UV exposure, allowing rainwater to enter the cabin. The seal material hardens and loses its compression over time. Drain holes at the base of rear doors can also become blocked.[3] · Typical repair: Seal replacement: £120–250 per door. Preventative cleaning of drain holes: £30–50.
3. Electrical Glitches – Persistent Warning Lights and Sensor Faults
Corroded earth connections (particularly under the battery and behind the near-side front wheel liner) cause voltage drop and sensor malfunction. Coolant temperature sensors corrode, triggering false low-coolant warnings. Bulb holders accumulate moisture and corrosion, causing flickering headlights and persistent bulb-failure warnings. Window switches develop microswitch failures.[3] · Typical repair: Cleaning/remaking earth connections: £80–150. Coolant sensor replacement: £40–80 (parts £15–30, labour £25–50). Bulb holder cleaning/replacement: £30–60 per location.
4. Dashboard Rattles and Creaks
Dashboard panels work loose at their mounting points due to vibration and age, causing annoying rattles and creaks, particularly over bumps.[1] · Typical repair: £60–120 (labour to locate and tighten/shim fasteners; very few parts needed)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FP51 EHY |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1397cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FP51 EHY
What car is FP51 EHY?
FP51 EHY is an silver Skoda Fabia, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of FP51 EHY?
The last recorded mileage for FP51 EHY was 107,425 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP51 EHY passed its MOT?
FP51 EHY has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2016.
Is FP51 EHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP51 EHY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FP51 EHY?
FP51 EHY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.