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BX53 UBZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

226,570 mi
Last recorded226,570 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 UBZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2013 226,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2012 205,156 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Wear inside edge nearside front tyre

Fail 8 Dec 2012 205,156 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Wear inside edge nearside front tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2011 183,400 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 160,657 miles

unable to see full condition of brake & fuel pipes due to panels

Fail 2 Dec 2010 160,655 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

unable to see full condition of brake & fuel pipes due to panels

Fail 12 Dec 2009 138,672 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 12 Dec 2009 138,672 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Fail 1 Dec 2008 113,707 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

UNABLE TO SEE FULL CONDITION OF BRAKE AND FUEL PIPES OWING TO COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 1 Dec 2008 113,707 miles

UNABLE TO SEE FULL CONDITION OF BRAKE AND FUEL PIPES OWING TO COVERS FITTED TO UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 10 Nov 2007 89,560 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 67,593 miles

UNABLE TO SEE FULL CONDITION OF BRAKE & FUEL PIPES OWING TO COVERS FITTED TO UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE

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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BX53 UBZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BX53 UBZ, 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 BX53 UBZ registered?

BX53 UBZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BX53 UBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 UBZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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