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YN53 FJJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,819 mi
Last recorded116,819 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 FJJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 116,819 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 112,965 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 112,965 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 98,369 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 81,352 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 79,305 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 76,115 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 72,828 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 72,828 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 67,740 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 59,245 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2015 59,245 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 50,481 miles

centre brake light not working

Pass 26 Jul 2013 45,912 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2012 38,972 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 34,993 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 29,404 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 25,223 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 19,928 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 16,619 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 13,661 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 13,661 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 FJJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 YN53 FJJ, 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 FJJ registered?

YN53 FJJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 September 2003.

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The MOT history for YN53 FJJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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