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YT52 YTE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

59,417 mi
Last recorded59,417 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT52 YTE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 59,417 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower wing corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2025 55,204 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 49,269 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 43,835 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 41,412 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 40,474 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 39,150 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 38,585 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 37,766 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 36,456 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 35,396 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 35,396 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 34,436 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 33,823 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 32,063 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 30,467 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 30,467 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine management light illuminated

Pass 17 Feb 2012 28,598 miles

mil lamp illuminated

Pass 18 Jan 2011 26,776 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 24,803 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 22,640 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 22,627 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 20,068 miles

Nearside Inner 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)

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 16,974 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 13,638 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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YT52 YTE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 YT52 YTE, 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 YT52 YTE registered?

YT52 YTE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 February 2003.

Is YT52 YTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT52 YTE shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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