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KV53 BNJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,791 mi
Last recorded92,791 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 BNJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 92,791 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 88,580 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 85,008 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 85,008 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2015 81,715 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Apr 2015 81,714 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 May 2014 75,552 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 69,600 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 61,872 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 52,743 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light on

rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 4 Nov 2009 41,263 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower 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)

Offside Front Lower 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)

Fail 23 Oct 2008 35,322 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 35,322 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 28,930 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 28,930 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,875 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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KV53 BNJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV53 BNJ, 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 KV53 BNJ registered?

KV53 BNJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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The MOT history for KV53 BNJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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