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VX53 MYU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

125,322 mi
Last recorded125,322 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 125,322 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 21 Sep 2015 125,322 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 119,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 112,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2013 112,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 100,299 miles

N/S/F Tyre tread wearing on outer edge.

N/S/R Tyre tread worn on outer edge, also uneven wear on inner edge.

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear exhaust silencer begin: to deteriorate.

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

Temp: repair to O/S Headlamp unit.

Fail 11 Sep 2012 100,216 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

N/S/F Tyre tread wearing on outer edge.

N/S/R Tyre tread worn on outer edge, also uneven wear on inner edge.

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear exhaust silencer begin: to deteriorate.

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

Temp: repair to O/S Headlamp unit.

Pass 15 Sep 2011 85,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Aug 2010 65,761 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

n/s/ front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 27 Aug 2010 65,761 miles

Oil leak

n/s/ front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 1 Sep 2009 46,154 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 45,535 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)

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/rear tyre has notches in outer sidewall.

Pass 21 Aug 2008 26,868 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 24,002 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 MYU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange 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 VX53 MYU, 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 VX53 MYU registered?

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

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