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DA53 UJM

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,057 mi
Last recorded79,057 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 UJM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 79,057 miles

Nearside sill dented

Rear both shocker covers loose

Fail 21 Nov 2018 79,056 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside sill dented

Rear both shocker covers loose

Pass 20 Dec 2017 69,967 miles

engine management light on/ back box outer casing rotted but not blowing

Fail 20 Dec 2017 69,967 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine management light on/ back box outer casing rotted but not blowing

Pass 30 Nov 2016 57,139 miles

eng light on / rear box rotted / child seat fitted both rear

Pass 10 Dec 2015 43,815 miles

childseats fitted to all rear seatbelts not allowing full inspection of seatbelts

service light on.

Pass 11 Dec 2014 40,745 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 38,675 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 38,675 miles

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 37,140 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 35,462 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 34,210 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 31,008 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 26,335 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 21,794 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 17,773 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 UJM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 UJM, 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 UJM registered?

DA53 UJM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is DA53 UJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 UJM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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