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DF53 MMA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,201 mi
Last recorded60,201 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 MMA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 60,201 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 60,195 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 51,437 miles

EML light on

rear brake discs starting to corrode, 5mm band

Pass 20 May 2013 37,344 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 26,305 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 25,981 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 25,981 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 25,981 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)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 24,365 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 22,551 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 20,279 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 16,759 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 12,892 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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DF53 MMA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DF53 MMA, 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 DF53 MMA registered?

DF53 MMA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is DF53 MMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 MMA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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