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HF53 EZU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,002 mi
Last recorded129,002 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 EZU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 129,002 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 111,984 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 111,984 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 100,572 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 100,572 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 87,005 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 71,316 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)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 58,059 miles

Handbrake and rear brakes require adjustment

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 48,383 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 37,970 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 37,970 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 27,792 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 18,806 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 9,734 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,551 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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HF53 EZU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HF53 EZU, 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 HF53 EZU registered?

HF53 EZU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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