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AE53 BZO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,713 mi
Last recorded117,713 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 117,713 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 108,233 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 99,321 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 91,651 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 91,651 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 21 May 2013 84,154 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 75,486 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 66,398 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine management light on

Fail 4 May 2011 66,383 miles

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)

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)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine management light on

Pass 28 Apr 2010 60,461 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 55,514 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 50,825 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 43,487 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 43,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 30,740 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 BZO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BZO, 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 BZO registered?

AE53 BZO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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