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At a glance
This 2008 Skoda Fabia Petrol 1598cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 98,857 miles on the clock, averaging 6,158 miles per year, below 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 HW08 EEV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,158 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | HW08 EEV |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HW08 EEV
What car is HW08 EEV?
HW08 EEV is an grey Skoda Fabia, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 EEV?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 EEV was 98,857 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 EEV passed its MOT?
HW08 EEV has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.
Is HW08 EEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 EEV 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 HW08 EEV?
HW08 EEV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.