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LK53 WBT

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

139,845 mi
Last recorded139,845 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 WBT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 139,845 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 129,586 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 121,535 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2017 121,535 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 110,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs rusty

Fail 6 Feb 2016 110,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 14 Feb 2015 99,710 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 90,400 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 79,820 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 67,409 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 67,409 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

nsr door wont open from inside

Fail 6 Jun 2011 61,469 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 61,469 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 53,721 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 53,721 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 2 Jun 2009 44,537 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 44,537 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 32,519 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 31,186 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 25,426 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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LK53 WBT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LK53 WBT, 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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LK53 WBT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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