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WA53 BRF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

150,694 mi
Last recorded150,694 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 BRF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 150,694 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 149,694 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested Unable to See Beam Image (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested Unable to See Beam Image (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Engine Low on OIL

Pass 21 Jun 2019 136,644 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed central locking not operating on door ,Can only be opened from outside handle ,interior handle not working (6.2.3 (c) (i))

front headlights outer lens,s starting to deteriorate

Pass 5 Jul 2018 128,133 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear silencer outer skin rusty

Fail 28 Jun 2018 128,121 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear silencer outer skin rusty

Pass 16 May 2017 116,358 miles

Nearside Front rta damage to front wing ,no sharp edges

Fail 16 May 2017 116,358 miles

Nearside Front rta damage to front wing ,no sharp edges

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 104,231 miles

Offside Rear slight drag to brake when spun by hand

Fail 1 Jun 2016 104,231 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative hid headlight system fitted (1.7.2)

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative hid headlight system fitted (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear slight drag to brake when spun by hand

Pass 3 Jun 2015 91,849 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 91,849 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 89,087 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 77,733 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 67,976 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 63,821 miles

Near side rear brake slight drag.

Off side rear brake slight drag.

Pass 30 Jun 2009 59,345 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 47,576 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,395 miles

High level brake light only part working.

Pass 10 Jul 2006 27,642 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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WA53 BRF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WA53 BRF, 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 WA53 BRF registered?

WA53 BRF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WA53 BRF safe to buy?

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