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AY53 EXB

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,947 mi
Last recorded93,947 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 EXB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 93,947 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 90,033 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 85,096 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 79,778 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 79,778 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 73,733 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 66,283 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 66,283 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated from servo (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 53,949 miles

reverse lights inoperative

Pass 5 Feb 2014 40,629 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2014 40,629 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 31,355 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 27,046 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 22,988 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009
Pass 12 Sep 2008 17,352 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 13,614 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 10,319 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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AY53 EXB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc 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 AY53 EXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 EXB registered?

AY53 EXB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AY53 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 EXB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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