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KX53 PZR

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

150,493 mi
Last recorded150,493 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 PZR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 150,493 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 143,536 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 137,226 miles

front brake discs wearing inner edges lipped and scored

n/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges tread low

o/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges tread low

slight play to n/s/f track rod end

Fail 5 Sep 2014 137,221 miles

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

front brake discs wearing inner edges lipped and scored

n/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges tread low

o/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges tread low

slight play to n/s/f track rod end

Pass 12 Sep 2013 130,136 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

unable to RBT due to low suspension height DBT test used

Fail 6 Sep 2013 130,115 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

unable to RBT due to low suspension height DBT test used

Pass 4 Jul 2012 121,341 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 20 May 2011 109,021 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 95,460 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 83,216 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Fail 2 May 2008 73,297 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 May 2008 73,297 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 58,906 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 40,725 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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KX53 PZR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KX53 PZR, 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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KX53 PZR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 September 2003.

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