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YF53 OYC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

185,558 mi
Last recorded185,558 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 OYC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 185,558 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 167,647 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Oct 2013 147,865 miles

Front brake pads about 90% worn

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2012 129,663 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 114,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 114,788 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 100,470 miles

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

front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 27 Oct 2009 86,019 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 70,252 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 57,801 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 44,297 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 44,297 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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YF53 OYC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF53 OYC, 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 YF53 OYC registered?

YF53 OYC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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