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KE53 UNH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

123,877 mi
Last recorded123,877 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 123,877 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 119,785 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 119,785 miles

Headlamp aim not tested both lamps (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both lamps (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 114,089 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 108,586 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 105,220 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 102,155 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 98,766 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 98,766 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 96,346 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 93,397 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 93,397 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 89,332 miles

FRONT WISHBONE BUSHES WORN SLIGHTLY (REAR)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 82,455 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 77,062 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Jul 2011 77,057 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 72,735 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

movement on off side of steering rack

under sheilds fitted to under side of car

Fail 13 Oct 2010 72,735 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

movement on off side of steering rack

under sheilds fitted to under side of car

Pass 13 Oct 2009 63,201 miles

under sheilds fitted to under side of car

Pass 15 Oct 2008 52,242 miles

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

full under shelds fitted to under side of car

Pass 22 Oct 2007 43,037 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 32,582 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 UNH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 UNH, 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 UNH registered?

KE53 UNH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is KE53 UNH safe to buy?

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