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KE53 LYG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,549 mi
Last recorded155,549 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 LYG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 155,549 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 155,547 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested brake caliper leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sets (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2017 142,173 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 142,173 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 138,882 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 130,377 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 121,753 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 115,644 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 106,443 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 97,424 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 88,679 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 78,582 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 70,778 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 60,477 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 45,914 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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KE53 LYG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KE53 LYG, 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 KE53 LYG registered?

KE53 LYG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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