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KE53 NLN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

119,771 mi
Last recorded119,771 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 NLN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 119,771 miles

Front blow exhaust front flex

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fonts (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 118,476 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear rear box corrded

Pass 21 Dec 2021 114,282 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Nov 2020 110,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

emmission result indicates repairs may be needed next MOT

exhaust deteriorating

headlamp image deteriorating

o/s/f drive boot starting to detriorate

under covers fitted making inspection difficult

Pass 27 Nov 2019 106,874 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 97,202 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges and close to wear marks

o/s/r door lock giving early indication requires attention

tail exhaust deteriorating

Pass 4 Dec 2017 82,266 miles

underbody and engine shield fitted

underbody engine shield insecure

Fail 1 Dec 2017 82,171 miles

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

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine management light on

underbody and engine shield fitted

underbody engine shield insecure

Pass 9 Dec 2016 74,031 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 74,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

center exhaust clamps corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2015 63,675 miles

offside front brake slight bind

Fail 3 Nov 2015 63,357 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

offside front brake slight bind

Pass 30 Oct 2014 55,725 miles

evidence of oil leak from engine/gearbox area

front brake pads low(needs replacing soon)

rear number plate deteriorating

slight leak of exhaust gases from cat to mid section joint

Pass 21 Oct 2013 48,760 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 48,760 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 43,011 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Oct 2012 43,011 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2011 37,206 miles

both rear tyres cracking on outer edges

Pass 15 Oct 2010 32,033 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 32,033 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 28,427 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 28,427 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 24,021 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 20,084 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 15,870 miles

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

all tyres starting to perish

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 NLN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 KE53 NLN, 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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KE53 NLN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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