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At a glance
This 2002 Skoda Fabia Petrol 1397cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 33,125 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Skoda Fabia issues include 1. central locking system failures and 2. rear door seals leaking – water ingress into footwells.
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Reported issues for this Skoda Fabia
These are the most commonly reported problems on Skoda Fabia models (2000–2007), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Central Locking System Failures
The locking motor—especially the one controlling boot opening—wears out or develops internal faults. Wiring can also corrode or break, particularly at connection points.[1] Poor earth connections are a documented issue on early models.[3] · Typical repair: £150–£350 per door/latch (parts £40–120, labour £100–200). Boot motor replacement: £200–400.
2. Rear Door Seals Leaking – Water Ingress into Footwells
The rubber seals around the rear doors degrade with age and UV exposure, allowing rainwater to enter the cabin. The seal material hardens and loses its compression over time. Drain holes at the base of rear doors can also become blocked.[3] · Typical repair: Seal replacement: £120–250 per door. Preventative cleaning of drain holes: £30–50.
3. Electrical Glitches – Persistent Warning Lights and Sensor Faults
Corroded earth connections (particularly under the battery and behind the near-side front wheel liner) cause voltage drop and sensor malfunction. Coolant temperature sensors corrode, triggering false low-coolant warnings. Bulb holders accumulate moisture and corrosion, causing flickering headlights and persistent bulb-failure warnings. Window switches develop microswitch failures.[3] · Typical repair: Cleaning/remaking earth connections: £80–150. Coolant sensor replacement: £40–80 (parts £15–30, labour £25–50). Bulb holder cleaning/replacement: £30–60 per location.
4. Dashboard Rattles and Creaks
Dashboard panels work loose at their mounting points due to vibration and age, causing annoying rattles and creaks, particularly over bumps.[1] · Typical repair: £60–120 (labour to locate and tighten/shim fasteners; very few parts needed)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK52 GLV |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1397cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AK52 GLV
What car is AK52 GLV?
AK52 GLV is an black Skoda Fabia, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AK52 GLV?
The last recorded mileage for AK52 GLV was 33,125 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2005 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK52 GLV passed its MOT?
AK52 GLV has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2005.
Is AK52 GLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK52 GLV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AK52 GLV?
AK52 GLV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.