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SH53 EYV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,556 mi
Last recorded117,556 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 EYV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2012 117,556 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 109,278 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 96,834 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 90,750 miles

both rear low osf low tyers wish bones buter bfliys worn

Pass 29 Nov 2008 85,335 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 80,116 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 66,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 66,613 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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SH53 EYV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SH53 EYV, 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 SH53 EYV registered?

SH53 EYV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is SH53 EYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 EYV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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