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SL52 GCV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,571 mi
Last recorded57,571 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 GCV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 57,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust center section clamp corroded

exhaust rear section corroded

offside rear tyre cracking

Fail 17 Oct 2014 57,571 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust center section clamp corroded

exhaust rear section corroded

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 28 Oct 2013 44,915 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Oct 2013 44,914 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 43,905 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 42,473 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 37,795 miles

corrosion throughout exhaust system

Pass 6 Jan 2010 34,954 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 34,954 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 28,327 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 23,522 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 17,380 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 12,028 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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SL52 GCV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SL52 GCV, 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 SL52 GCV registered?

SL52 GCV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is SL52 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL52 GCV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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