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VX53 MZL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,770 mi
Last recorded111,770 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 MZL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 111,770 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 111,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement crumbling (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 106,923 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 106,923 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 97,958 miles

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

exhaust centre clamp slightly corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2013 88,371 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 88,371 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 75,242 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 58,551 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 34,888 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 33,041 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 28,803 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 22,451 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 15,701 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 15,701 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 MZL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 MZL, 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 MZL registered?

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

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