Skoda Fabia Colour Edition MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 75 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 1.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Skoda Fabia Colour Edition MOT Reliability Overview
The Skoda Fabia Colour Edition is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 75 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 98.7% and a failure rate of 1.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Skoda Fabia Colour Edition earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Skoda Fabia Colour Edition presents for MOT with approximately 16,766 miles on the clock. The 2022 manufacture year performs best with a 98.6% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Skoda Fabia Colour Edition is Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, affecting 1.3% of all tests. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Together, these top 1 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,766 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 0.80 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Skoda Fabia Colour Edition has 16,766 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Skoda Fabia Colour Edition has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 0.78% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Skoda Fabia Colour Edition MOT Data
The Skoda Fabia Colour Edition is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 75 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 98.7% and a failure rate of 1.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Skoda Fabia Colour Edition owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on seat belts and supplementary restraint systems and general vehicle condition for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Fabia Colour Edition is likely to perform.
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems — 1.3% of failures
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on the Skoda Fabia Colour Edition. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per belt. Pre-MOT check: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Fabia Colour Edition?
Based on 75 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Skoda Fabia Colour Edition has an overall pass rate of 98.7% (1.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Skoda Fabia Colour Edition?
The top 1 reasons a Skoda Fabia Colour Edition fails its MOT are: 1. Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (1.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Skoda Fabia Colour Edition reliable?
With a 1.3% MOT failure rate, the Fabia Colour Edition is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Skoda Fabia Colour Edition?
Based on failure data, focus on: Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (1.3%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.