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AE53 YYL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,476 mi
Last recorded46,476 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 YYL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 46,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 46,476 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 46,091 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 45,584 miles

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

rear wiper and washer inoperative

Fail 11 Nov 2019 45,584 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure centre sleeve clamps corroded and insecure (6.1.2 (a))

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

rear wiper and washer inoperative

Pass 12 Nov 2018 44,739 miles

poor image on both front lamps

Pass 13 Nov 2017 43,756 miles

poor image on both front lamps

Fail 13 Nov 2017 43,756 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18 inch (8.2.2)

poor image on both front lamps

Pass 10 Nov 2016 42,412 miles

poor image on both front lamps

Fail 10 Nov 2016 42,412 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

poor image on both front lamps

Pass 11 Nov 2015 40,838 miles

both front headlamp lenses faded and slightly reducing beam image

Fail 11 Nov 2015 40,838 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front headlamp lenses faded and slightly reducing beam image

Fail 11 Nov 2014 38,883 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 38,883 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 37,020 miles

front brakes binding slightly

front pads 4/5mm and discs worn

Pass 12 Nov 2012 35,495 miles

front pads 5mm

Fail 12 Nov 2012 35,495 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 33,550 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front pads 5/6mm

Pass 9 Nov 2010 31,545 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 31,508 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 29,866 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 27,001 miles

nearside front tyre 2.5mm-3mm tread (165/70R14)

offside front tyre 2.5mm-3mm tread (165/70R14)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 23,990 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 19,815 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 YYL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YYL, 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 YYL registered?

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

Is AE53 YYL safe to buy?

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