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SV53 BHD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,899 mi
Last recorded75,899 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 BHD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 75,899 miles

Emission warning lamp on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 69,276 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 57,369 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front disc covers corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2011 56,520 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 56,520 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 53,261 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear indicators turning white

Pass 13 Nov 2009 50,207 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 50,207 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 46,121 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 41,227 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 36,210 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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SV53 BHD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV53 BHD, 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 SV53 BHD registered?

SV53 BHD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is SV53 BHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 BHD shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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