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MX53 USB

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,919 mi
Last recorded107,919 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 107,919 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 21 Dec 2017 107,916 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 102,345 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 102,345 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle bootlid (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 96,304 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front exhaust flxy deteriated

Fail 17 Nov 2015 96,304 miles

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

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.B.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front exhaust flxy deteriated

Pass 7 Nov 2014 90,070 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 90,070 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 81,907 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 73,318 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2011 67,292 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 20 Oct 2010 62,317 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 56,409 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 50,931 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 41,125 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 34,726 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 USB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 USB, 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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MX53 USB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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