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FD53 APO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

88,655 mi
Last recorded88,655 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 APO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 88,655 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 88,655 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 86,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 83,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 83,877 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 81,897 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 81,896 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 79,265 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 79,265 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 77,243 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 77,242 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 73,268 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 69,523 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 65,753 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 61,411 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 56,821 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 52,991 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 52,991 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 48,902 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 48,902 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 44,780 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 40,728 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Nov 2010 40,728 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Advise nsf tyre perished and worn to 3mm.

Advise osf tyre perished and worn to 3mm.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 35,599 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 29,633 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 23,727 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 17,517 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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FD53 APO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 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 FD53 APO, 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 FD53 APO registered?

FD53 APO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 November 2003.

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