2003 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · YK53 VZW
2003 Skoda Fabia (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 64,010 miles. MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,010 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YK53 VZW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 64,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YK53 VZW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Skoda Fabia (YK53 VZW) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
YK53 VZW Mileage History
- 12/04/202460,787 mi
- 01/04/202562,276 mi+1,489 mi
- 01/04/202562,276 mi
- 26/03/202664,010 mi+1,734 mi
- 30/03/202664,010 mi
Average of roughly 1,641 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Fabia Mk1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Front Suspension Console Bush FailureModerate
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- PAS Angle Sensor FailureModerate
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