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WV53 FKW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

117,538 mi
Last recorded117,538 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 FKW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2014 117,538 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 117,538 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 111,531 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 111,531 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 105,799 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s rear number plate light dull

Fail 1 Aug 2011 96,331 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 96,331 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 81,759 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 68,420 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 68,420 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 57,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 46,282 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 34,995 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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WV53 FKW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WV53 FKW, 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 WV53 FKW registered?

WV53 FKW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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