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EU53 ZRG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,722 mi
Last recorded55,722 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 ZRG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 55,722 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2023 47,921 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 40,866 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 40,866 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 38,384 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 38,383 miles

Nearside Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2020 31,456 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 26,197 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 25,940 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 25,710 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 24,717 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 23,559 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 23,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 21,756 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 21,756 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 19,804 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 17,153 miles

near side front tyre cut no cords exposed

Pass 1 Oct 2010 15,353 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 13,969 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 12,388 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 10,469 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 8,045 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 ZRG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZRG, 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 ZRG registered?

EU53 ZRG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is EU53 ZRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 ZRG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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