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GN53 SXC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,126 mi
Last recorded43,126 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 43,126 miles

Front brake discs worn and slightly corroded

Front brake pads low

Handbrake high

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 10 Jun 2013 44,161 miles

front brake discs are slightly worn

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 14 Jun 2012 43,100 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Fail 14 Jun 2012 43,100 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Fail 5 May 2011 39,739 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

offside rear tyre pershing

Pass 26 Nov 2008 32,897 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 28,188 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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GN53 SXC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GN53 SXC, 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 SXC registered?

GN53 SXC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is GN53 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 SXC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN53 SXC have outstanding finance?

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