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BU53 OYG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,572 mi
Last recorded41,572 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OYG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 41,572 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 35,556 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 32,088 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 32,083 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 30,913 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 29,615 miles

Engine covers & Under-trays fitted

Rear exhaust system corroded

eml light illuminated on dash

Pass 24 Sep 2014 28,460 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 28,460 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 27,611 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 27,611 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 26,502 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 25,465 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 19,878 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 15,632 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 12,682 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 9,182 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 6,772 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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BU53 OYG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 OYG, 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 BU53 OYG registered?

BU53 OYG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is BU53 OYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 OYG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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