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BN52 DXJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests34 (21 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate61.8%

Mileage

125,767 mi
Last recorded125,767 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 DXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 13 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2026 125,767 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 125,447 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 125,446 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 124,887 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 124,238 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

gearbox sump corroded but not leaking

Fail 13 Feb 2023 124,237 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

gearbox sump corroded but not leaking

Pass 14 Feb 2022 123,524 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive from gear box sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor surface corrosion under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel flap doesn't stay closed

gearbox oil sump surface corrosion

Fail 14 Feb 2022 123,523 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive from gear box sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor surface corrosion under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel flap doesn't stay closed

gearbox oil sump surface corrosion

Pass 8 Feb 2021 122,766 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 122,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 121,279 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 119,485 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 119,482 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2018 118,969 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 118,702 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 118,700 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 118,294 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 118,292 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 117,487 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 117,487 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 116,391 miles

Reare box slightly corroded.

Pass 15 Feb 2013 115,290 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 109,176 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 109,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2011 97,737 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 97,737 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 83,669 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 69,769 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 58,870 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 58,870 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 47,981 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 47,787 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 36,795 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 36,795 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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BN52 DXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.8%.

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 BN52 DXJ, 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 BN52 DXJ registered?

BN52 DXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 February 2003.

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