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VX53 MYR

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,309 mi
Last recorded89,309 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 MYR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 89,309 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 89,309 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Towbar with an unsafe modification to primary components (6.1.6 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour incorrect bulb fitted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 82,809 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 77,529 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 72,007 miles

Coolant leak - radiator

Fail 3 Feb 2016 72,007 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter split CV gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Coolant leak - radiator

Offside Front Play in wheel bearing

Pass 3 Feb 2015 66,168 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 58,380 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 49,035 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 38,984 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 31,175 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 28,855 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 25,550 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 22,815 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 22,384 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 20,141 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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VX53 MYR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VX53 MYR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 MYR registered?

VX53 MYR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is VX53 MYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 MYR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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