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LR53 RYV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,834 mi
Last recorded56,834 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 RYV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 56,834 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

exhaust rattle

front wipers smearing

osr tyre puncture

Fail 27 Mar 2017 56,834 miles

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

front wipers smearing

osr tyre puncture

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

exhaust rattle

Pass 29 Mar 2016 55,222 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 53,526 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 53,526 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 52,083 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 50,095 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 48,357 miles

brake pedal spongey

handbrake travel high

Pass 4 Dec 2010 46,145 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 43,461 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 38,595 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Dec 2007 28,391 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 24,761 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 RYV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RYV, 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 RYV registered?

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

Is LR53 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 RYV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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