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LT53 OVW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,077 mi
Last recorded65,077 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 OVW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 65,077 miles

front fog lights not working

Fail 14 Dec 2020 65,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle can't open inside or out (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front fog lights not working

Pass 4 Dec 2019 51,191 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 35,638 miles

Both front tyres worn bald on inner edge

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rear bush worn

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 Aug 2018 35,638 miles

Both front tyres worn bald on inner edge

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rear bush worn

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 21,627 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 21,469 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 21,252 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 21,252 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,795 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 20,795 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 20,315 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 20,287 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 19,683 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 18,516 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 17,806 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 16,763 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 15,247 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 13,436 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 10,616 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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LT53 OVW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT53 OVW, 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 OVW registered?

LT53 OVW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is LT53 OVW safe to buy?

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