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SN53 VCV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,671 mi
Last recorded52,671 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 VCV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 52,671 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 51,768 miles

exhaust corroded

front bumper damaged

o/s/f wheel trim missing

Pass 22 May 2018 50,664 miles

o/s/f bumper and wing damaged

o/s/f fog light inop

o/s/f wheel trim missing

rear silencer corroded

Fail 21 May 2018 50,664 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

o/s/f bumper and wing damaged

o/s/f fog light inop

o/s/f wheel trim missing

rear silencer corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2017 49,845 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 48,569 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 48,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed [inner] (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

o/s/f tyre worn at inner edge

Pass 10 Jun 2015 47,084 miles

front tyres worn at inner edge

Pass 11 Jun 2014 45,373 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 43,817 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres show sign's of wear (inner edges)

rear exhaust section show's sign's of corrosion

Pass 24 May 2012 40,870 miles

Both front tyres are feathering badly.

Both front wiper blades could be better.

Pass 31 May 2011 38,016 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil leak at sump area

Pass 8 Jun 2010 34,149 miles

Both front discs and pads are showing signs of heavy wear and corrosion.

Both front lower arm (rear) complience bushes are starting to crack/perish.

Both front tyres are beginning to approach their wear indicators.

Pass 16 Jun 2009 29,938 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 27,087 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 27,087 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 21,282 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 12,458 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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SN53 VCV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SN53 VCV, 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 SN53 VCV registered?

SN53 VCV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is SN53 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN53 VCV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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