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AE53 KLZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

894,673 mi
Last recorded894,673 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 KLZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 894,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively abs warning light put out however diagnostic reset showed code relating to mechanical problem with pump (3.4.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine light on and rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2017 79,365 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened advise on offside worn (2.4.G.1)

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

engine light on and rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2015 67,523 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 61,350 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

advise eml warning light on

advise n/s/r tyre sidewall in poor condition (cuts etc)

advise rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2013 52,740 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust silencer badley corroded .

Pass 16 Sep 2011 50,584 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 46,190 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)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 39,526 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 34,401 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 28,390 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 24,259 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 KLZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KLZ, 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 KLZ registered?

AE53 KLZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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