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AF53 BCX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

194,913 mi
Last recorded194,913 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BCX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2021 194,913 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 186,444 miles

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

hand brake travel

Fail 19 Nov 2020 186,444 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

hand brake travel

Pass 21 Nov 2019 176,181 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

hand brake lever high

Fail 21 Nov 2019 176,181 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

hand brake lever high

Pass 19 Nov 2018 158,015 miles

Nearside Front steering gaiter insecure

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted marked in yellow (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 158,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front steering gaiter insecure

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted marked in yellow (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 142,898 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 127,077 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 127,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 111,074 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 97,187 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 24 Nov 2014 97,156 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

small splits in o/s rear tyre

Pass 2 Sep 2013 80,389 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 68,066 miles

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 65,035 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 60,226 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 55,456 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 49,618 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 43,822 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 35,309 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 35,309 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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AF53 BCX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 AF53 BCX, 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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AF53 BCX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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