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DA53 PHF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,540 mi
Last recorded39,540 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 PHF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 39,540 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 39,271 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 38,989 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 38,341 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 37,603 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 36,483 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 35,291 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 34,009 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 32,541 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 32,541 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 30,420 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 27,503 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 24,550 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2008 24,550 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 21,248 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 17,830 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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DA53 PHF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DA53 PHF, 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 DA53 PHF registered?

DA53 PHF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is DA53 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 PHF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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