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WF53 FTZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,577 mi
Last recorded146,577 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 FTZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 146,577 miles

Offside Rear wheel arch covered by black tape

Fail 29 Jul 2021 146,570 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear wheel arch covered by black tape

Pass 11 Jan 2020 145,764 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 137,094 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 127,783 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 118,696 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 114,746 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 109,074 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 100,842 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 94,083 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 81,468 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 66,273 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 55,963 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 41,840 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 26,635 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 26,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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WF53 FTZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WF53 FTZ, 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 WF53 FTZ registered?

WF53 FTZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is WF53 FTZ safe to buy?

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