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VX53 NCE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,516 mi
Last recorded76,516 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 NCE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 76,516 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 71,947 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 69,850 miles

Both headlamps slightly deteriorated.

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 66,018 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 66,018 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 61,625 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 61,625 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 57,559 miles

air bag system fault warning lamp illuminated

engine management fault warning lamp illuminated

Fail 5 Oct 2012 57,559 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

air bag system fault warning lamp illuminated

engine management fault warning lamp illuminated

Pass 6 Oct 2011 52,050 miles

airbag system warnimg light illuminated

engine management warning light illuminated

Pass 6 Oct 2010 47,175 miles

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

air bag warning lamp illuminated

hand brake adjustment requires attention

Pass 14 Oct 2009 40,806 miles

air bag warning light on

Fail 9 Oct 2009 40,689 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

air bag warning light on

Pass 17 Oct 2008 33,928 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 27,468 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 20,217 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 NCE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NCE, 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 NCE registered?

VX53 NCE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 October 2003.

Is VX53 NCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 NCE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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