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KL53 WLG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

101,394 mi
Last recorded101,394 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 WLG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 101,394 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 95,951 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear shock covers broken

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2024 92,693 miles

both rear shock covers broken

nearside reversing light not working

under trays fitted

Fail 13 Feb 2024 92,693 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

nearside reversing light not working

under trays fitted

both rear shock covers broken

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 91,735 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 90,570 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 90,118 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 89,710 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 88,456 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 87,314 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 85,497 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 84,602 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 82,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2014 78,512 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 74,109 miles

advise nearside rear brake starting to bind.

Pass 7 Nov 2012 66,291 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner / outer edge

offside front tyre worn smooth on very inner edge

Fail 8 Nov 2011 56,799 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front tyre perished cracked /sidewalls

Pass 8 Nov 2011 56,799 miles

offside front tyre perished cracked /sidewalls

Pass 1 Nov 2010 51,121 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 50,040 miles

nearside rear tyre close to limit on 2mm

offside and nearside rear tyres perished side walls and in tread

Pass 29 Oct 2008 49,184 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 46,395 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 43,629 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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KL53 WLG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KL53 WLG, 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 KL53 WLG registered?

KL53 WLG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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