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EJ52 VXV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

95,161 mi
Last recorded95,161 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 VXV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 95,161 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 95,107 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen front lenses are opaque (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 89,940 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 84,761 miles

under tray fitted.

Pass 15 Jul 2015 78,116 miles

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

Front no plate cracked.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 78,116 miles

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

Front no plate cracked.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 70,993 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 64,577 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine oil leak.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 58,263 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2011 51,778 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 44,797 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 44,797 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jul 2009 39,633 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 32,505 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 25,313 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 23,718 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 19,133 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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EJ52 VXV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,397cc 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 EJ52 VXV, 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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EJ52 VXV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 January 2003.

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