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VO53 LKJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

66,018 mi
Last recorded66,018 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 LKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 66,018 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 64,785 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 62,611 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 58,872 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 57,015 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 53,814 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 49,950 miles

Front number plate deteriorated

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 49,945 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front number plate deteriorated

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 43,647 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Mar 2018 38,547 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 32,034 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,044 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,557 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 10,332 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 9,865 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 9,295 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,575 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 7,903 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 7,157 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 6,325 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 5,000 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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VO53 LKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 VO53 LKJ, 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 VO53 LKJ registered?

VO53 LKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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