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PE53 DJJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,379 mi
Last recorded96,379 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 DJJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 96,379 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 89,851 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 84,413 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 78,083 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 72,184 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 64,695 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2016 64,695 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 57,532 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 51,335 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 51,335 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 45,415 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 45,415 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 40,136 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 34,715 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,647 miles

front wishbone rear bushes splitting and minor movement

osr tyre splitting between tread , front tyres worn to 3mm

Fail 30 Sep 2010 29,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front wishbone rear bushes splitting and minor movement

osr tyre splitting between tread , front tyres worn to 3mm

Pass 25 Sep 2009 25,565 miles

minor deteriation and movement front wishbone rear bushes

rear tyres splitting between tread block

Pass 27 Sep 2008 21,571 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 17,303 miles

ADVISE N/S/F & O/S/F TYRES ON 3 mm (165 70 14 T)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,110 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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PE53 DJJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PE53 DJJ, 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 PE53 DJJ registered?

PE53 DJJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is PE53 DJJ safe to buy?

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