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AE53 UXF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

80,498 mi
Last recorded80,498 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 80,498 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 74,203 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 68,439 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 60,787 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Damaged outer sidewall and starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2019 60,787 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Damaged outer sidewall and starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 50,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 42,379 miles

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

Oil leak ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2016 36,020 miles

Offside Rear Upper tyre wall perished

Pass 19 Aug 2015 35,397 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 35,396 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished urgent attention required

Pass 13 Aug 2014 34,446 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 33,366 miles

Rear tyres cracking.(advise replace)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 32,309 miles

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

Front brake discs corroded.

Nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 7 Oct 2011 29,571 miles

Front brake dics corroded

Front tyres inner edge worn.(advise replace)

Fail 7 Oct 2011 29,571 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake dics corroded

Front tyres inner edge worn.(advise replace)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 26,914 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 23,941 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 23,941 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 21,333 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 19,933 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 16,361 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 UXF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 UXF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 UXF registered?

AE53 UXF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is AE53 UXF safe to buy?

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