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SG53 GCZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

83,998 mi
Last recorded83,998 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 GCZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 83,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under-body covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 12 Jan 2021 83,998 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under-body covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Jan 2020 83,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Under-body covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jan 2019 82,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Under-body trays & covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 9 Jan 2019 82,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Under-body trays & covers fitted obscuring some components

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 80,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-body covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 20 Dec 2017 80,587 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Under-body covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Jan 2017 78,663 miles

Under-trays & covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 11 Jan 2017 78,663 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays & covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Jan 2016 76,837 miles

Malfunction indicator light showing system fault

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some under body components

Fail 6 Jan 2016 76,837 miles

Malfunction indicator light showing system fault

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some under body components

Pass 5 Jan 2015 74,799 miles

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

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

Reverse lights NOT working

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Dec 2013 71,375 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jan 2013 68,157 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 68,157 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2012 64,635 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Jan 2012 64,635 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Jan 2011 57,080 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Jan 2010 51,073 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 45,694 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 36,671 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 30,455 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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SG53 GCZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SG53 GCZ, 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 SG53 GCZ registered?

SG53 GCZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is SG53 GCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG53 GCZ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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