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AE53 VMF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,135 mi
Last recorded51,135 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 VMF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 51,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2014 46,518 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 41,999 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 41,998 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 36,814 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 32,099 miles

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

both front discs slightly warped

front number plate damaged

Pass 27 Oct 2009 31,671 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 28,109 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 24,705 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 19,664 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 VMF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VMF, 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 VMF registered?

AE53 VMF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is AE53 VMF safe to buy?

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