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RK53 DME

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,660 mi
Last recorded30,660 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 DME
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 30,660 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 30,395 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 29,571 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack seal (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack seal (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2022 29,569 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced bothside (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack seal (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack seal (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 28,095 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 26,720 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 26,458 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 26,205 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 25,697 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 24,831 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 23,167 miles

both rear tyres are perished on the outer side walls

Pass 17 Oct 2013 22,170 miles

both sides rear tyres perishing on outer walls

Pass 9 Oct 2012 20,891 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 19,659 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 17,684 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 15,292 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 12,766 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 10,632 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 9,077 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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RK53 DME is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 RK53 DME, 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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RK53 DME is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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