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AD52 TVN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

116,670 mi
Last recorded116,670 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 TVN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 116,670 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 111,167 miles

headlight images poor, both front lower suspension arms play in bushes, front tyres worn inner edges, osf brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2014 100,291 miles

engine light on , emissions aratic, slight leak exhaust flexy, osf lower arm bush has play

Fail 1 Jul 2014 100,260 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

engine light on , emissions aratic, slight leak exhaust flexy, osf lower arm bush has play

Pass 18 Jul 2013 94,104 miles

engine light on, childseat fitted, headlight images poor, both lower front arm bushes weak,

osr discs signs of heat

Fail 12 Jul 2013 94,071 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

engine light on, childseat fitted, headlight images poor, both lower front arm bushes weak,

osr discs signs off heat, osr pad looks on min limit not see well cant rotate wheel

Pass 17 Jul 2012 87,817 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml on

Fail 10 Jul 2012 87,817 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2011 81,274 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 71,549 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 71,547 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 63,858 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 55,865 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 45,220 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine light on

Pass 8 Jun 2007 45,220 miles

engine light on

Pass 8 Jun 2006 34,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine light on

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
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AD52 TVN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 65,642 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD52 TVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD52 TVN registered?

AD52 TVN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is AD52 TVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 TVN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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