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PX53 YBT

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,902 mi
Last recorded98,902 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 YBT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 98,902 miles

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

advise rear silencer signs of depreciation,

advise under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components,

Fail 12 Mar 2016 98,293 miles

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

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

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

advise rear silencer signs of depreciation,

advise under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components,

Pass 2 Mar 2015 88,281 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 82,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 82,146 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 71,223 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 64,548 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 59,698 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 59,698 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 49,374 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 42,195 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 34,183 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 27,936 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 16,786 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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PX53 YBT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PX53 YBT, 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 PX53 YBT registered?

PX53 YBT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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