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BU53 DKE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

82,328 mi
Last recorded82,328 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 DKE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 82,328 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 80,595 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 78,306 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 78,306 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 74,746 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 71,017 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 71,017 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 66,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 66,712 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 62,858 miles

Exhaust back box outter skin corroded but not leaking gases

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 59,210 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 59,210 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 54,382 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 50,417 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 50,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 44,986 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 40,076 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 33,935 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 28,426 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 21,878 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 16,573 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 16,573 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BU53 DKE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BU53 DKE, 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 BU53 DKE registered?

BU53 DKE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is BU53 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 DKE shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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