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AE53 VCN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,355 mi
Last recorded77,355 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 77,355 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 76,856 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 76,484 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 76,075 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 75,648 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 75,643 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 75,224 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 74,784 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 73,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 71,285 miles

Under vehicle not fully inspected due to plastic floor covers.

Pass 18 Aug 2016 69,138 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 67,057 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 64,988 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 63,023 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 59,994 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 56,433 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 54,881 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 53,206 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 51,613 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 49,506 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 39,678 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 39,678 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

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

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 VCN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 VCN, 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 VCN registered?

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

Is AE53 VCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 VCN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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