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OY53 SVP

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

99,232 mi
Last recorded99,232 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 SVP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 99,232 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 89,442 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 84,850 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 84,850 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 77,479 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2012 74,387 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 66,680 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 57,309 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 48,404 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 48,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 38,682 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 38,682 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 31,124 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 23,171 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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OY53 SVP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OY53 SVP, 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 OY53 SVP registered?

OY53 SVP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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