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SX53 BLN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

100,264 mi
Last recorded100,264 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX53 BLN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2017 100,264 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 6 Jul 2016 90,499 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 90,307 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake application uneven front axle offside low (3.7.B.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 86,236 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2015 86,233 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 81,269 miles

Rear silencer outer skin excessively corrodet but not leaking

Pass 22 Jan 2013 70,663 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2012 60,726 miles

exhaust system deteriorated slightly

Fail 10 Feb 2012 60,718 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

exhaust system deteriorated slightly

Pass 7 Dec 2009 48,392 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 48,392 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 34,108 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 21,915 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 8,381 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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SX53 BLN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SX53 BLN, 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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SX53 BLN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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