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JJ53 VRS

2003 Skoda Fabia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,406 mi
Last recorded85,406 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJ53 VRS
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2013 85,406 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine oil leaks

front and rear discs corroded on outer edges, suspect pads started to stick in carriers

Fail 7 Feb 2013 85,406 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine oil leaks

front and rear discs corroded on outer edges, suspect pads started to stick in carriers

Pass 26 Oct 2011 80,219 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 76,949 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 74,249 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 63,304 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 44,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 27,100 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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JJ53 VRS is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JJ53 VRS, 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 JJ53 VRS registered?

JJ53 VRS is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is JJ53 VRS safe to buy?

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