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LV52 KZJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

71,802 mi
Last recorded71,802 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 KZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 71,802 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 71,768 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 66,169 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 62,030 miles

2x front tyres cracking on inner sidewall

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 62,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

2x front tyres cracking on inner sidewall

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

eml on

Pass 26 Jan 2015 57,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 20 Jan 2015 57,477 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 53,631 miles

offside rear tyre perished.

Pass 21 Dec 2012 47,540 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Dec 2012 47,461 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2012 43,360 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 41,017 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 37,484 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 37,484 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 31,176 miles

Advise adjust up parking brake travel.

Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,647 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 23,592 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 15,917 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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LV52 KZJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LV52 KZJ, 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 LV52 KZJ registered?

LV52 KZJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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