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WA53 MWV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

162,401 mi
Last recorded162,401 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 MWV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 162,401 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 162,399 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2020 160,881 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2020 160,881 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 147,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2019 147,943 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 135,956 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 110,227 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 110,227 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 99,146 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 90,405 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 90,403 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 78,619 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front to rear brake pipes hidden behind under-trays and fuel tank so not inspected

Fail 9 Sep 2013 78,618 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front to rear brake pipes hidden behind under-trays and fuel tank so not inspected

nearside front and offside front tyres have inner and outer edge wear to tread

Pass 10 Apr 2012 58,360 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 43,887 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 43,887 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 41,032 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 37,415 miles

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 37,415 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 32,500 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 32,500 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 27,328 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 MWV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 WA53 MWV, 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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WA53 MWV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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