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AF53 BUJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,123 mi
Last recorded111,123 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BUJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 111,123 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2019 111,123 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working dipped (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 106,270 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2017 102,475 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 94,199 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 85,674 miles

engine MIL on

o/s/r tyre tread wear uneven inner edge

Fail 2 Dec 2015 85,674 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0,678 limit 0,200 check sensor (7.3.D.3)

engine MIL on

o/s/r tyre tread wear uneven inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2014 78,454 miles

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 19 Nov 2014 78,454 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 71,606 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

rear brake discs 75% worn

Pass 6 Dec 2012 64,328 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 57,534 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2010 49,301 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 44,007 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2009 44,007 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 42,119 miles

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 23 Nov 2007 34,617 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 26,314 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 BUJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF53 BUJ, 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 BUJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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