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KX53 VYW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,572 mi
Last recorded86,572 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 86,572 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 76,204 miles

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 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 17 Apr 2015 66,373 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 66,372 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 55,331 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 55,331 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 47,073 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)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 41,220 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 41,214 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2011 38,093 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 33,569 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 28,868 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 23,516 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,700 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 17,700 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 16,332 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 VYW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc 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 KX53 VYW, 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 VYW registered?

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

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