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SG53 GDF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

74,694 mi
Last recorded74,694 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 GDF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 74,694 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust system corroded

Fail 21 May 2016 74,694 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported center clamp (7.1.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 30 May 2015 61,424 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 61,415 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 58,497 miles

both front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 22 Aug 2014 58,497 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

both front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2013 54,468 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 54,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2012 49,495 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front brake discs slightly cororded

Pass 15 Aug 2012 49,495 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both front brake discs slightly cororded

Pass 15 Aug 2011 44,444 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front wiper blades

fuel filter slightly cororded

Pass 18 Aug 2010 38,554 miles

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

both front brake discs slightly corroded and pitted

Pass 18 Aug 2009 32,548 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 27,241 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 22,220 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 22,220 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 18 Aug 2006 16,718 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 GDF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 GDF, 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 GDF registered?

SG53 GDF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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