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AE53 FMJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,548 mi
Last recorded81,548 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 81,548 miles

EML on and flashing at time of test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured @ 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak @ bottom of engine ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

auxiliary belt cracked

Fail 5 Dec 2017 81,546 miles

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

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

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

EML on and flashing at time of test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured @ 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak @ bottom of engine ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

auxiliary belt cracked

Pass 29 Nov 2016 68,381 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

off/side rear starting to crack

Pass 2 Oct 2015 62,936 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 58,130 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 53,465 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 50,131 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 44,922 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 38,674 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 31,923 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 24,227 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 19,103 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 16,065 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 FMJ 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 92.3%.

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 FMJ, 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 FMJ registered?

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

Is AE53 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 FMJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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