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LV52 VSE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,952 mi
Last recorded79,952 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 VSE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2014 79,952 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 72,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2012 64,678 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wet test

Fail 21 Nov 2012 64,678 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wet test

Pass 3 Dec 2011 58,254 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 51,150 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Pass 7 Dec 2009 39,725 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 36,053 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 29,615 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 29,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 24,735 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 19,410 miles

n/s/front tyre has slight damage to outside edge.

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 VSE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VSE, 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 LV52 VSE registered?

LV52 VSE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is LV52 VSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV52 VSE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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