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BU53 VUV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,883 mi
Last recorded58,883 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 VUV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 58,883 miles

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

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

handbrake travel inner joints

Fail 8 Sep 2017 58,883 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

handbrake travel inner joints

Pass 31 Aug 2016 48,445 miles

inner joints utray fitted engine cover fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2015 43,379 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2014 42,290 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 42,290 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 39,215 miles

O/S/R tyre starting to perish on tread

Pass 27 Sep 2011 36,504 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 32,928 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 32,928 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 30,005 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 27,399 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,345 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 17,561 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 VUV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VUV, 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

How do I check the history of BU53 VUV?

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What year was BU53 VUV registered?

BU53 VUV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BU53 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 VUV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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