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GN53 SXH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,926 mi
Last recorded80,926 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 SXH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 80,926 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 80,926 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 72,242 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 72,242 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 64,588 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion slight corrosion off side sill rear (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Oct 2017 64,587 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush console bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion slight corrosion off side sill rear (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 55,806 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 40,586 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 34,117 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 31,247 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2012 29,882 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 28,547 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 26,525 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)

n/s/f tyre has cut in tread but not greater than 25mm

o/s/f tyre has slight cuts in inner sidewall.

o/s/r tyre has very slight cuts on inner sidewall.

Pass 19 Oct 2009 24,385 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 21,582 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 19,334 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 19,334 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 16,423 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 SXH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SXH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN53 SXH registered?

GN53 SXH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is GN53 SXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 SXH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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