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SA52 GZB

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,227 mi
Last recorded7,227 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA52 GZB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 7,227 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 7,164 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 7,161 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 6,802 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 6,799 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

power steering light on dash

Pass 22 Nov 2012 6,489 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 6,001 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 5,607 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 5,607 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 5,333 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

warning light staying on

Pass 25 Nov 2008 5,015 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

damage to n/s wing & bumpers

warning light staying on (power steering)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 4,668 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

damage to n/s front wing

Pass 1 Dec 2006 4,388 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

damage to n/s front wing

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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SA52 GZB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SA52 GZB, 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 SA52 GZB registered?

SA52 GZB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is SA52 GZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA52 GZB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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