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YA53 LCU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

124,686 mi
Last recorded124,686 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA53 LCU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 124,686 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 124,686 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 118,656 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 115,236 miles

Nearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 109,315 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 104,144 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 97,431 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 92,176 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 87,188 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 80,934 miles

front brakes req service

Pass 26 Oct 2012 74,804 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 68,320 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

nearside rear brake has a slight bind

rear brake discs pitted / grooved

Pass 12 Oct 2010 62,634 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 53,525 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 44,060 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 35,173 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 30,710 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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YA53 LCU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YA53 LCU, 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 YA53 LCU registered?

YA53 LCU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 December 2003.

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