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AE53 BVH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,748 mi
Last recorded128,748 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 BVH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 128,748 miles

n/s/f outer cv gaiter spilt but bot leaking

o/s/f tyre has slight cut in sidewall but no cords showing

Fail 26 Sep 2017 128,747 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bonnet will not close securely (6.1.B.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f outer cv gaiter spilt but bot leaking

o/s/f tyre has slight cut in sidewall but no cords showing

Pass 12 Sep 2016 121,261 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 117,783 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 114,197 miles

Front discs slightly worn

Rear tyres cracked

Fail 17 Sep 2013 111,404 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 111,404 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 108,312 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 108,312 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 104,640 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 96,559 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 96,538 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 78,008 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 50,980 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 13 Sep 2007 31,856 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 31,856 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 23,731 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 14 Sep 2006 23,731 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 BVH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BVH, 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 AE53 BVH registered?

AE53 BVH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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The MOT history for AE53 BVH shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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