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MX53 JPV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,082 mi
Last recorded98,082 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 JPV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2017 98,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front slight damage to outer side wall , worn on inner edge and worn to 3.0 mm @ lowest point

oil leak possibly from revers light switch

Pass 25 Aug 2016 89,616 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 80,800 miles

both rear tyres cracking but no cords are visible

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2014 71,270 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 62,179 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 56,639 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f tyre cut outer wall not to cords

Pass 11 Aug 2011 50,204 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front disc,s rusting & has a lip

Fail 11 Aug 2011 50,203 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front disc,s rusting & has a lip

Pass 27 Aug 2010 45,900 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 40,141 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 30,254 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 27,334 miles

N/S/F washer jet low

Rear tyre treads cracking

Pass 18 Aug 2006 20,475 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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MX53 JPV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MX53 JPV, 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 MX53 JPV registered?

MX53 JPV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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