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AE53 YYD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

119,951 mi
Last recorded119,951 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 YYD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 119,951 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 119,935 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 109,989 miles

exhaust heatshield insecure

Fail 1 Sep 2015 109,989 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust heatshield insecure

Fail 21 Aug 2014 103,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel filter corroding

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 103,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel filter corroding

Pass 29 Aug 2013 98,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 98,199 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 93,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust bacb box outer covering corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2011 88,010 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 80,018 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2009 73,745 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 73,745 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 67,381 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 18 Sep 2008 67,381 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 50,951 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 34,794 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 YYD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YYD, 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 YYD registered?

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

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