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YN53 BWG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,210 mi
Last recorded32,210 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 BWG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 32,210 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 26,819 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 26,819 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 20,025 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 20,025 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 19,271 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2018 19,271 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 13,815 miles

seat belt indicator light glowing slightly

Pass 14 Sep 2016 13,391 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 3 Sep 2015 13,280 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 13,280 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 12,800 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,204 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 11,379 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 11,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 10,413 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 8,654 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 7,143 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 5,272 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 4,134 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,981 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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YN53 BWG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YN53 BWG, 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 YN53 BWG registered?

YN53 BWG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is YN53 BWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN53 BWG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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