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MC53 AKN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

220,496 mi
Last recorded220,496 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 AKN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 220,496 miles

Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 220,496 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 218,597 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2020 218,597 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 203,748 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 191,070 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 176,090 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 160,116 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 155,048 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 150,077 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 150,077 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2013 142,606 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 133,723 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 122,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 108,891 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 94,389 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 79,319 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 59,289 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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MC53 AKN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 MC53 AKN, 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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MC53 AKN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 14 December 2003.

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