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AU53 DYA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

113,735 mi
Last recorded113,735 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 DYA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2021 113,735 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 111,649 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 108,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 108,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 105,965 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 103,004 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 99,440 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 95,429 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 16 Sep 2014 91,814 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 87,784 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 84,692 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 79,985 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 77,441 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 74,981 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 61,107 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 45,339 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 28,888 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 DYA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 DYA, 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 DYA registered?

AU53 DYA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 DYA safe to buy?

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