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YE52 VJD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,336 mi
Last recorded71,336 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE52 VJD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 71,336 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 71,336 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 67,626 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 62,535 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 56,570 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 49,829 miles

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

Oil leak

gearbox oil leak

offside rear tyre has minor cracking in the treads

Fail 1 Mar 2010 49,829 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Oil leak

gearbox oil leak

offside rear tyre has minor cracking in the treads

Pass 2 Mar 2009 42,748 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 36,458 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 29,142 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 22,994 miles

n/s/f tyre scrubbing on inner edge

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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YE52 VJD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YE52 VJD, 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 YE52 VJD registered?

YE52 VJD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is YE52 VJD safe to buy?

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