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AU53 AMO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,308 mi
Last recorded173,308 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 AMO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 173,308 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

rear exhaust heatshield loose

rear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated

Fail 12 Sep 2013 173,306 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

rear exhaust heatshield loose

rear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Sep 2012 154,146 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear shocks dust covers loose

rear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated

slight play o/s/f steering rack end

Pass 6 Sep 2011 134,918 miles

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

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

both front brake discs are worn

front number plate is slightly discoloured

plastic dust covers are insecure on both rear shock absorbers

slight freeplay in o/s of steering rack

Pass 14 Sep 2010 116,773 miles

both rear bump stops split

nearsdie and offside rear door carriers leaking

nearsdie front fog light cracked

offside front door mirror adjuster trim loose

Fail 10 Sep 2010 116,773 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear bump stops split

nearsdie and offside rear door carriers leaking

nearsdie front fog light cracked

offside front door mirror adjuster trim loose

Pass 1 Sep 2009 95,731 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 75,858 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 62,890 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

rear number plate is slightly discoloured

Pass 31 Aug 2006 47,816 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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AU53 AMO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU53 AMO, 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 AU53 AMO registered?

AU53 AMO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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