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DG53 CXV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

118,612 mi
Last recorded118,612 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 CXV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2019 118,612 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2019 118,612 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 110,362 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 110,282 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 102,401 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 102,334 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 96,222 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 86,191 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 75,178 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside rear tyre is cracking in the treads

Pass 25 Nov 2014 75,178 miles

nearside rear tyre is cracking in the treads

Pass 27 Nov 2013 65,044 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 59,558 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 59,558 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 54,283 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 49,343 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 41,869 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 34,809 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 27,718 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 20,914 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 CXV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 CXV, 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 CXV registered?

DG53 CXV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is DG53 CXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 CXV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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