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MW53 FNP

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

147,129 mi
Last recorded147,129 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 FNP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 147,129 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 147,129 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 125,934 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 113,643 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 98,938 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 92,445 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 86,492 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 79,012 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 73,176 miles

exhaust has corrosion to it

nearside door miror damaged

nearside rear tyre has cracking to the traed

offside headlamp lense misting up

oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2012 65,708 miles

brake servo assistance weak

front tyre treads low on edges

Fail 20 Dec 2012 65,705 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

NS wishbone, rear bush weak

brake servo assistance weak

front tyre treads low on edges

Pass 23 Dec 2011 59,325 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 53,722 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 46,060 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 39,493 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2007 32,539 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 24,911 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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MW53 FNP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MW53 FNP, 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 MW53 FNP registered?

MW53 FNP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is MW53 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW53 FNP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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