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FJ53 JPO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,499 mi
Last recorded68,499 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 JPO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2017 68,499 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 57,835 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 46,548 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 38,508 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 32,205 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 29,595 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 27,793 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 25,768 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 23,851 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 20,720 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 16,446 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 11,294 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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FJ53 JPO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJ53 JPO, 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 FJ53 JPO registered?

FJ53 JPO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is FJ53 JPO safe to buy?

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