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KX53 VYL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

119,720 mi
Last recorded119,720 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 VYL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 119,720 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 30 Nov 2017 119,720 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 107,277 miles

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

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

Oil leak engine also noisey ()

Fail 19 Jan 2017 107,277 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Oil leak engine also noisey ()

Pass 21 Jan 2016 94,743 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 90,716 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 85,838 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2013 81,695 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 76,822 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 76,822 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 71,705 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 71,705 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 70,868 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2009 70,868 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 54,525 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 39,796 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 25,583 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 VYL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc 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 KX53 VYL, 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 KX53 VYL registered?

KX53 VYL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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