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OY53 SWK

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,525 mi
Last recorded55,525 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 SWK
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 55,525 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 50,808 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlights becoming cloudy (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 50,808 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlights becoming cloudy (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 45,208 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 38,527 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 33,098 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 29,864 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 25,363 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 22,559 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)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 19,363 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 16,672 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 12,322 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 SWK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SWK, 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 SWK registered?

OY53 SWK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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The MOT history for OY53 SWK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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