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LR53 RYU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

110,133 mi
Last recorded110,133 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 RYU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 110,133 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 107,333 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 102,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 96,440 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 93,895 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 90,242 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 80,681 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 80,494 miles

under body trays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2017 76,299 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 73,072 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside wiper blade smearing sltightly

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 68,420 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 62,795 miles

both rear tyres have slight uneven tread pattern

Pass 17 Sep 2013 56,420 miles

both rear tyres have slight uneven tread pattern

Pass 27 Sep 2012 50,189 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 44,581 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 44,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 39,090 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 34,624 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 30,125 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 24,394 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 18,314 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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LR53 RYU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 LR53 RYU, 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 LR53 RYU registered?

LR53 RYU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LR53 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 RYU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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