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WV53 YYX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,054 mi
Last recorded42,054 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 YYX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 42,054 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear passages seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Oct 2023 42,054 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear passages seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Oct 2022 39,990 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear SEAT MISSING

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2022 39,990 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear SEAT MISSING

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 36,914 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated greasy (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear seat belt missing at time of test

Nearside Rear seat missing at time of test

Rear reversing lamps not working effective 1st September 2009

Fail 23 Oct 2021 36,914 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated greasy (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear seat belt missing at time of test

Nearside Rear seat missing at time of test

Rear reversing lamps not working effective 1st September 2009

Pass 18 Oct 2020 35,142 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 16 Oct 2019 33,963 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 33,961 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 31,235 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 28,453 miles

number plate damaged but readable.

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 25,824 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 25,824 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 25,050 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 25,050 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front blades (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 24,919 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 24,619 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 24,509 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 24,509 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 24,123 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 22,706 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,077 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 20,075 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,566 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 16,327 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 14,916 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 14,916 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)

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 YYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YYX, 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 YYX registered?

WV53 YYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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