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FJ53 VEL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,126 mi
Last recorded88,126 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 VEL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 88,126 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cut on outer sidewall

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 20 May 2019 88,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cut on outer sidewall

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 15 May 2018 70,590 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 70,265 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 May 2017 60,220 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 49,365 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 40,892 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 29,822 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 29,633 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 25,168 miles

exhaust centre & rear box starting to corrode

n/s/f tyre starting to crack between tread

Fail 11 Jun 2013 25,168 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust centre & rear box starting to corrode

n/s/f tyre starting to crack between tread

Pass 24 May 2012 21,780 miles

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 18 May 2011 18,774 miles

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

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

both front tyres scrubbing inner edges

cracks and perishing in both rear tyres (no ply) (borderline pass)

cracks and perishing in nearside front tyre (no ply) (borderline pass)

front brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 17 Jun 2010 16,238 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 16,238 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 13,871 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 11,382 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 11,382 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 9,430 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 7,640 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 7,626 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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 VEL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FJ53 VEL, 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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FJ53 VEL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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