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AY53 GKV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

75,076 mi
Last recorded75,076 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 75,076 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 73,637 miles

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Dec 2018 72,818 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 4 Dec 2018 72,812 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2017 71,273 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2016 69,250 miles

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

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Dec 2015 66,725 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 63,921 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 59,844 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 54,457 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2012 50,064 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 47,377 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 43,747 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 43,717 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 36,865 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 30,662 miles

Handbrake long travel.

Pass 24 Nov 2006 29,826 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 GKV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 AY53 GKV, 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 GKV registered?

AY53 GKV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 November 2003.

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The MOT history for AY53 GKV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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