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SA52 KPE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

91,622 mi
Last recorded91,622 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA52 KPE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 91,622 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 91,622 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 77,890 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

battery & engine lights on

both rear brake discs are rusty

Fail 5 Jul 2012 77,858 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

battery & engine lights on

both rear brake discs are rusty

Pass 4 Jul 2011 67,465 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge

both rear brake discs corroded on inner surface

Pass 14 Jul 2010 56,299 miles

front tyres (particularly nearside)wearing unevenly on inner edges.

Fail 14 Jul 2010 23,032 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres (particularly nearside)wearing unevenly on inner edges.

Pass 15 Jul 2009 44,716 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 44,716 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 35,421 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 35,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 25,882 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 21,917 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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 KPE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KPE, 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 KPE registered?

SA52 KPE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 13 February 2003.

Is SA52 KPE safe to buy?

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