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FD53 KYZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

103,073 mi
Last recorded103,073 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 KYZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 103,073 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear flexi hose ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres getting close to wear limit (4.1.E.1)

both headlight lenses deteriorating

oil leak on engine

rear brake imbalance only just passed test

rear silencer deteriorating

Fail 29 Sep 2015 103,073 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour both headlights shining yellow (1.7.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear flexi hose ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres getting close to wear limit (4.1.E.1)

both headlight lenses deteriorating

oil leak on engine

rear brake imbalance only just passed test

rear silencer deteriorating

Pass 12 Dec 2014 101,047 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 101,047 miles

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

heat shiled hiting exhaust

Pass 28 Nov 2013 91,708 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 82,546 miles

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

advise n/s/f tyre badley worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Nov 2012 82,546 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

advise n/s/f tyre badley worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Dec 2011 70,801 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 59,085 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 59,085 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 49,140 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 39,121 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 32,897 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 29,477 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 KYZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KYZ, 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 KYZ registered?

FD53 KYZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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