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FJ53 WVE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,585 mi
Last recorded106,585 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 106,585 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 106,557 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 100,587 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 91,305 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 78,192 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 78,192 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 68,210 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 58,514 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 48,665 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 38,219 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 WVE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WVE, 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 WVE registered?

FJ53 WVE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FJ53 WVE safe to buy?

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