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LX53 ETY

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,997 mi
Last recorded42,997 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 ETY
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 42,997 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing smooth on inner shoulder

Rear tyres perished

Pass 7 Sep 2016 42,274 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to split

Offside Rear tyre starting to split

Fail 7 Sep 2016 42,274 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to split

Offside Rear tyre starting to split

Pass 24 Sep 2015 41,183 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 39,885 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 38,524 miles

n/s/r tyre tread is deformed.

Fail 18 Sep 2012 36,819 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 36,819 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished.

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 34,840 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 32,442 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 27,532 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 22,698 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 17,575 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 12,564 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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LX53 ETY is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LX53 ETY, 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 LX53 ETY registered?

LX53 ETY is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 September 2003.

Is LX53 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 ETY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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