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WA53 FBU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,142 mi
Last recorded80,142 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 FBU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2015 80,142 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 74,740 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 69,510 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 63,685 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 56,986 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 51,223 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 44,730 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 38,257 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 31,241 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 25,122 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 FBU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FBU, 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

How do I check the history of WA53 FBU?

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What year was WA53 FBU registered?

WA53 FBU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is WA53 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 FBU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA53 FBU have outstanding finance?

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