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YN53 FHA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,483 mi
Last recorded162,483 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 FHA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 162,483 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 9 Apr 2013 147,354 miles

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Slight play in both front lower arm rear bushes

Very slight play in both front anti roll bar drop links

Pass 4 May 2012 139,882 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 139,723 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear discs

servo pipe

Pass 7 May 2011 126,542 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres feathering on inner edges x2.

drivers seat belt slight fraying on edges.

ns sun visor clip broken.

rear shocker dust covers insecure x2.

Pass 5 May 2010 109,246 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 88,932 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear shocker cover insecure

Fail 7 May 2009 88,932 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear shocker cover insecure

Fail 7 May 2008 68,159 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 68,159 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Apr 2007 43,354 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 35,029 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 FHA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FHA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN53 FHA registered?

YN53 FHA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is YN53 FHA safe to buy?

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