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DG53 DUH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

178,285 mi
Last recorded178,285 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 DUH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 178,285 miles

o/s and n/s console bushes

possible noise from abs system

Pass 7 Jul 2016 165,909 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 153,765 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 17 Jul 2014 142,206 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 142,206 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 126,515 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 113,055 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 113,055 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 98,432 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 83,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 83,126 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 64,041 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 39,513 miles

Front and Rear Brake Discs Corroded

Fail 8 May 2008 39,513 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front and Rear Brake Discs Corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2007 32,248 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 DUH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DG53 DUH, 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 DUH registered?

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

Is DG53 DUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 DUH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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