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PE53 DKA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,859 mi
Last recorded91,859 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 DKA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 91,859 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2016 88,065 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 83,631 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 77,829 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n,s,r tyre 3mm

Fail 8 Oct 2014 77,829 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n,s,r tyre 3mm

Pass 18 Oct 2013 73,922 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

rear exhaust tail p[ipe slight rust on outer sill

Pass 10 Oct 2012 68,518 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 62,576 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 54,561 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 10,786 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 39,975 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 31,580 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 24,557 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 DKA 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 92.3%.

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 DKA, 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 DKA registered?

PE53 DKA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is PE53 DKA safe to buy?

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