Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 93 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 61.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v MOT Reliability Overview
The Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 93 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 38.7% and a failure rate of 61.3%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v presents for MOT with approximately 81,774 miles on the clock. The 2001 manufacture year performs best with a 43.3% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 49.5% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Suspension at 45.2%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 25.8%. Together, these top 3 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.
What Fails Most
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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 73.1% | 68 |
| 2 | Suspension | 72.0% | 67 |
| 3 | Brakes | 37.6% | 35 |
| 4 | Tyres | 30.1% | 28 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 17.2% | 16 |
| 6 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 15.1% | 14 |
| 7 | Registration Plates And Vin | 8.6% | 8 |
| 8 | Steering | 7.5% | 7 |
| 9 | Body, Structure And General Items | 4.3% | 4 |
| 10 | Road Wheels | 2.2% | 2 |
| 11 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.2% | 2 |
| 12 | Items Not Tested | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 81,774 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 8.94 | 73.1% | 68 |
| Suspension | 8.81 | 72.0% | 67 |
| Brakes | 4.60 | 37.6% | 35 |
| Tyres | 3.68 | 30.1% | 28 |
| Visibility | 2.10 | 17.2% | 16 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 1.84 | 15.1% | 14 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 1.05 | 8.6% | 8 |
| Steering | 0.92 | 7.5% | 7 |
| Body & Structure | 0.53 | 4.3% | 4 |
| Wheels | 0.26 | 2.2% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.26 | 2.2% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.13 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v has 81,774 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 Comfort 8v has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.50% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v MOT Data
The Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 93 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 38.7% and a failure rate of 61.3%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and suspension 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 Comfort 8v is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 49.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 49.5% of MOT failures on the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 45.2% of failures
Suspension issues account for 45.2% of MOT failures on the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Tyres — 25.8% of failures
Tyres issues account for 25.8% of MOT failures on the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v?
Based on 93 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v has an overall pass rate of 38.7% (61.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v?
The top 3 reasons a Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (49.5%), 2. Suspension (45.2%), 3. Tyres (25.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v reliable?
With a 61.3% MOT failure rate, the Fabia Comfort 8v is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Skoda Fabia Comfort 8v?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (49.5%); Suspension (45.2%); Tyres (25.8%). 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.