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DG53 CYX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

107,202 mi
Last recorded107,202 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 CYX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2014 107,202 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 105,249 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 97,867 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 89,049 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 89,047 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/r door will not open

Fail 28 Sep 2011 88,896 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

both rear axle bushes slightly deteriorated

both rear shock absorber covers deteriorated

exhaust rear silencer corroded

nearside front constant velocity joint has a slight split in rubber boot

oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2011 88,896 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

both rear shock absorber covers deteriorated

exhaust rear sliencer slightly corroded

nearside front constant velocity joint has slight split in rubber boot

oil leak

rear axle bushes slightly deteriorated

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Oct 2010 84,588 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear axle bushes deteriorated

Pass 1 Sep 2009 73,664 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Pass 22 Sep 2008 63,751 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 63,751 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 50,467 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 50,466 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 31,732 miles

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

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 CYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CYX, 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 CYX registered?

DG53 CYX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is DG53 CYX safe to buy?

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