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AY53 EXC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,481 mi
Last recorded89,481 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 EXC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 89,481 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 84,090 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 77,785 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 75,131 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 71,788 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 62,916 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 62,916 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 55,458 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 49,222 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Sep 2014 49,222 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 34,855 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 21,378 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 17,758 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 17,758 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 17,026 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 15,481 miles

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

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

rear wiper washer not working

Pass 19 Aug 2009 15,481 miles

rear wiper washer not working

Pass 11 Aug 2008 13,224 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 10,755 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 8,320 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 EXC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AY53 EXC, 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 AY53 EXC registered?

AY53 EXC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is AY53 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 EXC shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY53 EXC have outstanding finance?

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