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AF53 EOZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,088 mi
Last recorded113,088 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 EOZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 113,088 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

extensive body panel damage

Pass 15 Sep 2016 101,598 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 101,583 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)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 96,745 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 84,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 May 2013 74,682 miles

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

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

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

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

Tracking

front wipers deteriorated

near-side rear tyre deteriorated

off-side rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 5 May 2012 67,096 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)

Pass 12 May 2011 62,485 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 60,740 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 53,921 miles

air bag light on

Fail 30 Dec 2009 53,921 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

air bag light on

Pass 31 Dec 2008 46,909 miles

FRONT BRAKE PAD'S GETTING LOW

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

TWO FRONT TYRES WORN LOW AND PERISHING

Pass 19 Dec 2007 38,709 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 30,221 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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AF53 EOZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF53 EOZ, 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 AF53 EOZ registered?

AF53 EOZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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