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GN53 KPA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

84,602 mi
Last recorded84,602 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 KPA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 84,602 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2018 84,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 75,769 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 75,769 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 67,930 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to (6.3.1d)

front brake discs slightly worn

front registration plate damaged

nearside front headlamp lens deteriorated but not adversely affecting light output or image

offside front headlamp lens deteriorated but not adversely affecting light output or image

rear boot hydraulic stay props not supporting boot in open position

rear screen wiper blade split

Fail 1 Apr 2016 67,930 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to (6.3.1d)

front brake discs slightly worn

front registration plate damaged

nearside front headlamp lens deteriorated but not adversely affecting light output or image

offside front headlamp lens deteriorated but not adversely affecting light output or image

rear boot hydraulic stay props not supporting boot in open position

rear screen wiper blade split

Pass 24 Apr 2015 62,404 miles

both front headlamp lens deteriorated but not affecting light ouput or beam image

centre rear exhaust deteriorated

coolant leak from nearside of radiator/sensor area

Pass 4 Apr 2014 54,763 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 49,165 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 45,576 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 45,576 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 41,555 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 38,227 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 33,477 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 29,157 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 25,191 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 16,871 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Spare tyre defective

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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GN53 KPA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GN53 KPA, 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 GN53 KPA registered?

GN53 KPA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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