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At a glance
This 2009 Skoda Fabia Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 74,418 miles on the clock, averaging 8,336 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 MPI engine is known for component: piston rings / cylinder bores (oil control rings). Common Skoda Fabia issues include component: fuse boxes and dashboard wiring and component: interior trim and dashboard plastics.
MOT & Mileage History for GY59 LYH
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 74,418 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,387 |
| Average per year | 8,336 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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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).
Component: Piston rings / cylinder bores (oil control rings)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY59 LYH |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About GY59 LYH
What car is GY59 LYH?
GY59 LYH is a black Skoda Fabia, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GY59 LYH?
The last recorded mileage for GY59 LYH was 74,418 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY59 LYH passed its MOT?
GY59 LYH has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Nov 2018.
Is GY59 LYH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY59 LYH is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GY59 LYH?
GY59 LYH is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.