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KT53 HWK

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

104,474 mi
Last recorded104,474 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT53 HWK
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 104,474 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2016 97,742 miles

Both front headlamps lenses have deteriorated. Light output slightly affected

Front number plate loose but secure

Offside Front Outer cv boot damp with grease no split found

Offside Rear tyre perished and inner edge slightly distorted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 26 May 2016 97,742 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front headlamps lenses have deteriorated. Light output slightly affected

Front number plate loose but secure

Offside Front Outer cv boot damp with grease no split found

Offside Rear tyre perished and inner edge slightly distorted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2015 80,847 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s front tyre tread worn on inner edge

o/s and n/s front lower arms rear bushes have been incorroectly fitted

rear exhaust silencer deteriated

Fail 12 Mar 2015 80,847 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s front tyre tread worn on inner edge

o/s and n/s front lower arms rear bushes have been incorroectly fitted

rear exhaust silencer deteriated

Pass 7 Mar 2014 66,808 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 66,808 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 50,750 miles

rear exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2012 49,584 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 46,248 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 42,895 miles

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

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

both wiper blades slightly split

Pass 18 Nov 2009 39,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Nov 2009 39,595 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Nov 2008 36,431 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 33,975 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 33,969 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 18,345 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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KT53 HWK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KT53 HWK, 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 KT53 HWK registered?

KT53 HWK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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