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KR52 TYX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

111,526 mi
Last recorded111,526 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 TYX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 111,526 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 111,526 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ( front right sensor ) (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 105,509 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 105,509 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2016 104,865 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 88,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear exhaust back box rusty condition where neck goes into box.

Pass 3 Jul 2015 88,543 miles

Rear exhaust back box rusty condition where neck goes into box.

Pass 23 Jul 2014 84,600 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2014 84,598 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 79,197 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 68,586 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 62,090 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

inspection light on

slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 19 Jan 2010 54,603 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 54,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all wiper blades in poor condition

engine oil level low and dark in colour

insp. light on dash

Pass 20 Jan 2009 47,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jan 2009 47,643 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

insp. light on dash

Pass 15 Jan 2008 40,932 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 34,036 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 26,808 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Jan 2006 26,808 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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KR52 TYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KR52 TYX, 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 KR52 TYX registered?

KR52 TYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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