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SG53 GFE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,012 mi
Last recorded114,012 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 GFE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 114,012 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 109,660 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 109,650 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 103,894 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Nov 2012 96,888 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 94,070 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 94,045 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 80,526 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 80,518 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

offside rear brake disc corroded and pitted

Pass 15 Oct 2009 54,022 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,905 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

hand brake close to max travel

Pass 5 Nov 2007 38,213 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 38,211 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

2 front tyres wearing inner edge

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 30,278 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 30,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 30,092 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 GFE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GFE, 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 GFE registered?

SG53 GFE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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