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PF53 GNZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

70,574 mi
Last recorded70,574 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 GNZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 70,574 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)

n/s mirror cracked

Fail 6 Nov 2014 70,345 miles

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

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 7 Nov 2013 61,027 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 61,027 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2012 50,884 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 50,883 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 40,595 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 40,595 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 28,136 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 20,293 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 17,471 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 14,210 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 11,683 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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PF53 GNZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PF53 GNZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF53 GNZ registered?

PF53 GNZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is PF53 GNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF53 GNZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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