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Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR53 RZAMOT history

LR53 RZA is a red diesel Skoda Fabia first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 169,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2025.

LR53 RZA red Skoda Fabia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2026
Mileage
169,274 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 RZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 RZA was last recorded at 169,274 miles on 4 Apr 2025, 22,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,825 miles · 23 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
22,449 miles
Average per year
8,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 169,274 miles
  • 2024 – 146,825 miles
  • 2022 – 134,145 miles
  • 2021 – 126,190 miles
  • 2020 – 118,115 miles
  • 2019 – 111,958 miles
  • 2018 – 103,760 miles
  • 2017 – 96,666 miles
  • 2016 – 90,133 miles
  • 2015 – 81,624 miles
  • 2014 – 71,513 miles
  • 2013 – 62,833 miles
  • 2012 – 54,434 miles
  • 2011 – 46,819 miles
  • 2010 – 35,249 miles
  • 2009 – 26,465 miles
  • 2008 – 17,742 miles
  • 2007 – 14,913 miles
  • 2006 – 11,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,274 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,274 miles (+22,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    169,274 miles
    Test number
    830201931421
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass146,825 miles (+12,680)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,825 miles
    Test number
    206852224807
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule At caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill bent in at front still solid (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule At Caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass134,145 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,145 miles
    Test number
    773204340338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail134,145 miles (+7,955)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,145 miles
    Test number
    416961061109
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass126,190 miles (+8,075)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,190 miles
    Test number
    636551084819
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass118,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,115 miles
    Test number
    378568285998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail118,115 miles (+6,157)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,115 miles
    Test number
    112898955576
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass111,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,958 miles
    Test number
    656867961725
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail111,958 miles (+8,198)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,958 miles
    Test number
    745540837782
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass103,760 miles (+7,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    103,760 miles
    Test number
    342223277389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass96,666 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    96,666 miles
    Test number
    559073765300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail96,664 miles (+6,531)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,664 miles
    Test number
    654135491675
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryManagement light on

  13. Pass90,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,133 miles
    Test number
    837849302970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Fail90,133 miles (+8,509)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,133 miles
    Test number
    896556795822
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass81,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    705455076896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,624 miles (+10,111)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    644700800887
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass71,513 miles (+8,680)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,513 miles
    Test number
    356492674213
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRearexhaust deteriated

  18. Pass62,833 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,833 miles
    Test number
    935634873248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail62,833 miles (+8,399)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,833 miles
    Test number
    688574373290
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass54,434 miles (+7,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,434 miles
    Test number
    345686772222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass46,819 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,819 miles
    Test number
    337695171288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail46,819 miles (+11,570)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,819 miles
    Test number
    335115871451
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass35,249 miles (+8,784)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,249 miles
    Test number
    222356550266
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

  24. Pass26,465 miles (+8,723)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    26,465 miles
    Test number
    982523879274
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing
    • NoteSmall cracks in both front tyre tread

  25. Pass17,742 miles (+2,829)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,742 miles
    Test number
    452481268244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,913 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    14,913 miles
    Test number
    223268767214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass11,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    11,684 miles
    Test number
    773910776241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 RZA

Does LR53 RZA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 RZA expired on 3 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 RZA?
The MOT on LR53 RZA expired on 3 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 RZA done?
LR53 RZA was recorded at 169,274 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2025, an average of 8,510 miles a year.
Has LR53 RZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 RZA has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LR53 RZA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR53 RZA find?
LR53 RZA passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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