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SK52 XEF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,069 mi
Last recorded29,069 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 XEF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2021 29,069 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 28,578 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 27,187 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 24,999 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 24,672 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 22,111 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 19,669 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 17,980 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 16,609 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 15,803 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 14,681 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 13,421 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 12,360 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 10,554 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 9,463 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 7,536 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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SK52 XEF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 SK52 XEF, 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 SK52 XEF registered?

SK52 XEF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is SK52 XEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 XEF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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