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DG53 CVD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,549 mi
Last recorded60,549 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 CVD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 60,549 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack

both headlamp lens deteriorated

Pass 19 Sep 2016 55,820 miles

Nearside Front lower suspension arm bush showing signs of wear

Offside Front lower suspension arm bush showing signs of wear

Fail 19 Sep 2016 55,820 miles

Nearside Front lower suspension arm bush showing signs of wear

Offside Front lower suspension arm bush showing signs of wear

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 52,602 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 48,825 miles

Both rear front wishbone bushes showing signs of wear

Engine light on

Parking brake lever has reduced reserve of travel

Pass 25 Sep 2013 45,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 42,872 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2011 40,202 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 40,202 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

nearside rear door does not open from inside or outside

underbody covers fitted allowing only partial examination

Pass 24 Sep 2010 36,893 miles

o/s/r door fail to open

Pass 16 Sep 2009 33,143 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 29,249 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 24,414 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 24,414 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,940 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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DG53 CVD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG53 CVD, 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 DG53 CVD registered?

DG53 CVD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DG53 CVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 CVD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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