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LJ53 ZKV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

201,585 mi
Last recorded201,585 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 ZKV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 201,585 miles

windscreen damaged 2 places o/s low and n/s.

Fail 14 Oct 2017 201,585 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

windscreen damaged 2 places o/s low and n/s.

Pass 8 Oct 2016 193,535 miles

both front suspension lower arms rear bushes worn

drivers seat mechanism loose

offside front roll bar link has play

Pass 26 Sep 2015 182,593 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres ON LIMIT

Fail 26 Sep 2015 182,593 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres ON LIMIT

Pass 20 Sep 2014 163,748 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 150,358 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front discs have large lip

rear discs lipped

Fail 2 Oct 2013 150,358 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front discs have large lip

rear discs lipped

Pass 29 Sep 2012 138,113 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 124,599 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2011 124,599 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 409,869 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 95,381 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 95,381 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 78,051 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2008 78,051 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Aug 2007 59,197 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 59,197 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 37,146 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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LJ53 ZKV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LJ53 ZKV, 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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LJ53 ZKV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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