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AE53 YWV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,592 mi
Last recorded105,592 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 YWV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 105,592 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 98,012 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 98,012 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 86,178 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 69,605 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 56,189 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 48,755 miles

O/S/F & N/S/F TYRES BECOMING LOW ON INNER & OUTER EDGES.

Pass 23 Oct 2007 37,207 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 37,207 miles

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 27,910 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 27,910 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

large screw in o/s/r tyre.

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 YWV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YWV, 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 YWV registered?

AE53 YWV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is AE53 YWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 YWV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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