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EU53 FVE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,108 mi
Last recorded61,108 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 FVE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 61,108 miles

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

head lights glazed

Fail 19 Sep 2017 61,102 miles

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

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

head lights glazed

Pass 13 Sep 2016 53,791 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front door damaged

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

head lights glazed

Fail 13 Sep 2016 53,791 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front door damaged

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

head lights glazed

Pass 16 Sep 2015 47,617 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 41,934 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 41,934 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 38,424 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 35,177 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 32,720 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 30,243 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 27,634 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 24,562 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 21,300 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 19,083 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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EU53 FVE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EU53 FVE, 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 EU53 FVE registered?

EU53 FVE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is EU53 FVE safe to buy?

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