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HK53 EVD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,440 mi
Last recorded102,440 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 EVD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 102,440 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 93,588 miles

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

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

exhaust silencer very rusty

Fail 5 Sep 2015 93,564 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)

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

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

exhaust silencer very rusty

Pass 7 Dec 2013 91,560 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 91,487 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Check engine lamp on

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rough Idle

Pass 8 Oct 2012 74,784 miles

Front flexi pipe slightly deteriorated. Exhaust back box slightly deteriorated.

Pass 7 Jan 2012 122,206 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2012 122,202 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 99,748 miles

Both lower arm rear bushes slightly perished and worn

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)

Fail 21 Dec 2010 99,648 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Both lower arm rear bushes slightly perished and worn

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 14 Jan 2010 81,836 miles

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

Front number plate cracked

Pass 7 Jan 2009 64,541 miles

n/s/f wiper blade rubber split

Pass 30 Nov 2007 53,165 miles

front tyres worn to limit on edges

nearside rear tyre worn to limit on outer edge

Pass 21 Nov 2006 42,156 miles

nearside rear tyre worn low on outer edge

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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HK53 EVD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 HK53 EVD, 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 HK53 EVD registered?

HK53 EVD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 November 2003.

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