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LT53 EEX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,268 mi
Last recorded171,268 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 EEX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 171,268 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 171,268 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 165,911 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 165,911 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2018 153,993 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 153,993 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 135,415 miles

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2017 135,415 miles

Fuel system component insecure cooler under floor (7.2.1)

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2016 120,016 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 109,427 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 109,427 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 102,065 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 92,958 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 83,620 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 74,799 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 74,799 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 63,085 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 49,547 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 33,868 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 28,551 miles

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2006 20,323 miles

off side door mirror baking broken

rear registration plate detearearating

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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LT53 EEX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LT53 EEX, 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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What year was LT53 EEX registered?

LT53 EEX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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