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AE53 AYX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

111,263 mi
Last recorded111,263 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 AYX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2015 111,263 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

exhaust gases not checked

Pass 1 Feb 2014 104,780 miles

Engine management light is on

Exhaust system and heat sheilds corroded and ditiriated

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside rear light unit damaged but not showing white light or dangerous at the time of test

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside front mirror cover damaged but not dangerous parts at the time of test

Parking brake leaver feels notchey when applyed

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2014 104,780 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine management light is on

Exhaust system and heat sheilds corroded and ditiriated

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside rear light unit damaged but not showing white light or dangerous at the time of test

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside front mirror cover damaged but not dangerous parts at the time of test

Parking brake leaver feels notchey when applyed

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 96,949 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)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 96,949 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 88,417 miles

Center rear brake light is constantly partly iluminated

Engine management light is on

Gearbox stabaliser mounting slightly worn

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear light unit is damaged and cracked but is not has no dangerous or sharp edges

Nearside rear light unit is damaged and cracked but is not showing white light to the rear

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front mirror cover is slightly damaged but is not dangerous at the time of test

Plastic floor pan guards fitted to the vehicle on the nearside and offside making a full assesment difficult

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear bumper is slightly damaged but no dangerous parts or sharp edges at the time of test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Service light is on

Fail 5 Jan 2012 88,417 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Center rear brake light is constantly partly iluminated

Engine management light is on

Gearbox stabaliser mounting slightly worn

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear light unit is damaged and cracked but is not has no dangerous or sharp edges

Nearside rear light unit is damaged and cracked but is not showing white light to the rear

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front mirror cover is slightly damaged but is not dangerous at the time of test

Plastic floor pan guards fitted to the vehicle on the nearside and offside making a full assesment difficult

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear bumper is slightly damaged but no dangerous parts or sharp edges at the time of test

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Service light is on

Pass 7 Dec 2010 82,874 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 74,871 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 67,431 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 67,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 50,094 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 39,774 miles

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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AE53 AYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AE53 AYX, 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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AE53 AYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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