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AU53 CFG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,988 mi
Last recorded56,988 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 CFG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 56,988 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear quarter panel damaged

rear silencer poor condition

Fail 8 Nov 2024 56,885 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear quarter panel damaged

rear silencer poor condition

Pass 23 Oct 2023 38,718 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished and have minor cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 7 Oct 2021 38,086 miles

Rear exhaust silencer box outer skin rusty

Pass 8 Oct 2020 37,364 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 35,695 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust silencer box surface rust

Pass 4 Oct 2018 34,064 miles

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

under body & suspension surface rust

very slight oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2017 32,708 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 32,708 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 31,276 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 31,276 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 29,997 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 28,931 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 28,019 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 27,056 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 26,156 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 24,908 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 23,260 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 20,738 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 18,263 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 15,062 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 CFG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 AU53 CFG, 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 CFG registered?

AU53 CFG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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