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KV53 BNL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,431 mi
Last recorded107,431 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 107,431 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2012 107,431 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 94,438 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 77,163 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 60,066 miles

front discs lipped

rear tyres cracked on outer sidewall

service light on

Fail 30 Dec 2009 60,066 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

front discs lipped

rear tyres cracked on outer sidewall

service light on

Pass 30 Dec 2008 44,509 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 30,947 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 25,264 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 BNL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BNL, 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 BNL registered?

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

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