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PJ53 CYC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,407 mi
Last recorded77,407 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 CYC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 77,407 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 70,161 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 64,760 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 64,621 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 53,486 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 44,816 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 44,159 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 42,847 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 41,443 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 39,980 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 37,903 miles

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

one washer blocked

Pass 18 Oct 2013 35,650 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 32,362 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 29,228 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 29,219 miles

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

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

nearside windscreen washer jet blocked

Pass 4 Oct 2010 26,935 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s and n/s front tyres inner and outer edges worn tread not as deep as center

Pass 21 Oct 2009 22,926 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 20,510 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 16,867 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 16,864 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 24 Oct 2006 12,581 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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PJ53 CYC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PJ53 CYC, 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 PJ53 CYC registered?

PJ53 CYC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is PJ53 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ53 CYC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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