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YS53 WWJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,536 mi
Last recorded27,536 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 WWJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 27,536 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 26,652 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 25,899 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 25,244 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 23,887 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 23,265 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 22,741 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 22,203 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 21,535 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 20,874 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2017 20,873 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 18,816 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 18,815 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc cut (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 16,648 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 14,689 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 14,689 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 13,694 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 13,694 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 12,427 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 12,426 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 10,795 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 9,578 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 8,398 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 6,535 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 5,095 miles

high level brake lamp not working

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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YS53 WWJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS53 WWJ, 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 YS53 WWJ registered?

YS53 WWJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is YS53 WWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS53 WWJ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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