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AY53 HBC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

190,739 mi
Last recorded190,739 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 HBC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 190,739 miles

Offside Rear foot brake effort low

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 183,876 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 175,023 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 164,710 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 158,438 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 145,979 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 132,811 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 119,930 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 119,930 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 105,174 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 93,069 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 78,662 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 68,645 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 57,128 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 44,664 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 32,524 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 HBC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HBC, 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 HBC registered?

AY53 HBC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is AY53 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 HBC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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