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YX53 ZRC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

90,687 mi
Last recorded90,687 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 ZRC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2020 90,687 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Base of A post (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Base of A post (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60T14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside front and offside front corroded.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60T14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 83,687 miles

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

Nearside Front outer sill corrode but not within a prescribed area

Offside Front outer sill corrode but not within a prescribed area

Fail 30 Oct 2019 83,687 miles

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

Nearside Front outer sill corrode but not within a prescribed area

Offside Front outer sill corrode but not within a prescribed area

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 81,690 miles

Nearside Front outer sill corroded

Offside Front outer sill corroded

Fail 16 Oct 2018 81,690 miles

Nearside Front outer sill corroded

Offside Front outer sill corroded

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 80,049 miles

rear silencer outer casing corroded

Fail 17 Oct 2017 80,010 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2016 77,688 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Oct 2016 77,650 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 74,108 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 64,581 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 54,574 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 54,564 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 50,754 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 47,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 47,041 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 42,506 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 42,506 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

REAR BUMP STOOPS SPLIT

REAR NUMBER PLAT STARTING TO DISTORT

Pass 21 Aug 2009 37,434 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)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 32,432 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 27,667 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 20,444 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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YX53 ZRC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YX53 ZRC, 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 YX53 ZRC registered?

YX53 ZRC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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