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MA53 WSU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,813 mi
Last recorded31,813 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 WSU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2019 31,813 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 24,745 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 19,520 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 14,806 miles

all four tyres cracked and perished

Pass 17 Sep 2014 10,010 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2013 7,777 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 6,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,454 miles

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2010 5,678 miles

under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2009 5,108 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 4,438 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 4,438 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 3,751 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 2,812 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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MA53 WSU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MA53 WSU, 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 MA53 WSU registered?

MA53 WSU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is MA53 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA53 WSU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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