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AE53 VCJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

54,065 mi
Last recorded54,065 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 54,065 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 53,933 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 53,662 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 53,033 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2019 53,033 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 52,849 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 52,108 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 52,108 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 51,567 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 50,893 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 50,088 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 50,088 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 46,370 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 40,086 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 39,786 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 39,786 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 37,194 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 32,622 miles

Nail in rear tyre

engine warning light on

Pass 5 Nov 2008 28,445 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 22,103 miles

centre brake light not working

Pass 24 Oct 2006 15,073 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 VCJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol 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 VCJ, 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 VCJ registered?

AE53 VCJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is AE53 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 VCJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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