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AE53 FPG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

181,846 mi
Last recorded181,846 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 FPG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 181,846 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 181,846 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2016 165,505 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 148,124 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 143,811 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Fail 2 Aug 2014 143,617 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Aug 2013 122,419 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

NSF tyre damaged but not to cords

OSF tyre bald on inner edge

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2013 122,419 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

NSF tyre damaged but not to cords

OSF tyre bald on inner edge

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2012 111,819 miles

All brake discs corroded recheck next service

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear exhaust section outer layer is peeling

Small cut in N/S/F outer tyre wall not to cords

Pass 3 Aug 2012 111,819 miles

All brake discs corroded recheck next service

Rear exhaust section outer layer is peeling

Small cut in N/S/F outer tyre wall not to cords

Pass 11 Aug 2011 95,592 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 83,350 miles

Nearside front brake disc slightly worn

Nearside rear brake disc worn

Nearside rear shock absorber buffer split

Offside front brake disc worn

Offside rear brake disc worn

Pass 12 Aug 2009 72,541 miles

All 4 discs and pads worn

Nearside shock absorber buffer split

Offside front seat belt slow to recoil

Pass 1 Sep 2008 57,538 miles

Nearside front tyre outer wall has cut in but not showing cords

Pass 31 Aug 2007 41,205 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 25,415 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 FPG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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