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VN53 LHK

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,295 mi
Last recorded79,295 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 LHK
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 79,295 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Bump stops perished

Fail 11 Dec 2017 79,295 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Bump stops perished

Pass 1 Dec 2016 75,430 miles

Nearside Rear Rear Bump stop perished

Nearside Rear Silencer corroded/damaged

Offside Rear Bump stop perished

Fail 30 Nov 2016 75,430 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear Bump stop perished

Nearside Rear Silencer corroded/damaged

Offside Rear Bump stop perished

Pass 5 Oct 2015 72,050 miles

Rear Bump stops perished

Fail 5 Oct 2015 72,050 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Bump stops perished

Pass 12 Jun 2014 67,994 miles

Rear bumpstops perished

Pass 14 Jun 2013 64,915 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 61,928 miles

Damage to engine compartment under tray

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 56,161 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 51,946 miles

both front wishbone bushes worn

rear brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 6 Nov 2008 47,237 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 38,861 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 28,715 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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VN53 LHK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VN53 LHK, 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 VN53 LHK registered?

VN53 LHK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is VN53 LHK safe to buy?

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