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EU53 ZSO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,988 mi
Last recorded99,988 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 ZSO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 99,988 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Jan 2017 99,988 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 88,701 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 82,345 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 77,241 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 71,914 miles

ADV BOOT NOT OPENING

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 71,914 miles

ADV BOOT NOT OPENING

Pass 7 Nov 2011 65,456 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 56,822 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 49,388 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2009 49,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 41,261 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 41,261 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 33,078 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 26,164 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 ZSO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ZSO, 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 ZSO registered?

EU53 ZSO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is EU53 ZSO safe to buy?

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