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YN53 FGG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

103,197 mi
Last recorded103,197 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 FGG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2015 103,197 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2014 94,947 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 93,231 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 92,943 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 14 Dec 2011 86,340 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine management light on

Pass 14 Dec 2011 86,340 miles

engine management light on

Pass 30 Dec 2010 78,457 miles

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)

Fail 29 Dec 2010 78,457 miles

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 11 Dec 2009 67,638 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2009 67,635 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 54,279 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 39,911 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 31,734 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 31,734 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 FGG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 YN53 FGG, 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 FGG registered?

YN53 FGG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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