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RC53 VRS

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,830 mi
Last recorded91,830 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC53 VRS
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 91,830 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 85,259 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 77,945 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 62,237 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 51,681 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 41,234 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 29,075 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 29,070 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 22,955 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 15,929 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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RC53 VRS is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RC53 VRS, 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 RC53 VRS registered?

RC53 VRS is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is RC53 VRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC53 VRS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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