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KX53 VZL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,156 mi
Last recorded119,156 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 119,156 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine cover

engine cover

under trays

Pass 1 Dec 2016 109,538 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2015 101,049 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 101,049 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2 x front tyres (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 89,233 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 89,233 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 80,870 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 80,870 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 74,260 miles

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)

Pass 10 May 2011 65,897 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 54,717 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 54,584 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 42,069 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 26,747 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 7,880 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 7,142 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 VZL 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 VZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX53 VZL registered?

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

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