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At a glance
This 2008 Skoda Fabia Diesel 1422cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 140,660 miles on the clock, averaging 7,590 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for bms (1.4 tdi pd). Common Skoda Fabia issues include component: fuse boxes and dashboard wiring and component: interior trim and dashboard plastics.
MOT & Mileage History for SW57 VZE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,660 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,596 |
| Average per year | 7,590 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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).
BMS (1.4 TDI PD)
Variable geometry turbine (VGT) sticks from carbon/neglect; actuator fails.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW57 VZE |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Orange |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SW57 VZE
What car is SW57 VZE?
SW57 VZE is an orange Skoda Fabia, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.
What is the mileage of SW57 VZE?
The last recorded mileage for SW57 VZE was 140,660 miles, recorded on 21 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW57 VZE passed its MOT?
SW57 VZE has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2025.
Is SW57 VZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW57 VZE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW57 VZE?
SW57 VZE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.