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AE53 VBM

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,742 mi
Last recorded87,742 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 VBM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 87,742 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 80,877 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 80,877 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 73,190 miles

O/S/R Bump stop startimg to show signs of slight deterioration.

Fail 23 Jun 2011 73,190 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

O/S/R Bump stop startimg to show signs of slight deterioration.

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 67,974 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 59,135 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 52,192 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 32,447 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 VBM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VBM, 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 VBM registered?

AE53 VBM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is AE53 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 VBM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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