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RX53 POA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

131,423 mi
Last recorded131,423 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 POA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 131,423 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 113,553 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres edge wear

engine light on

under body trays fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2015 103,565 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 103,561 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 99,222 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion rear exhaust box outer skin

Pass 25 Mar 2014 98,853 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

unable to check floors fully due to covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2013 93,323 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

unable to check floors due to covers fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2012 83,877 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

unable to check both floors fully due to covers fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2011 76,916 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 76,899 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 69,117 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 58,631 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 48,869 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 48,708 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 48,708 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 35,745 miles

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

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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RX53 POA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RX53 POA, 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 RX53 POA registered?

RX53 POA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is RX53 POA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 POA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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