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DG53 FBC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

93,684 mi
Last recorded93,684 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 93,684 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 93,684 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 31 May 2016 87,250 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

exhaust corroded & leak on front flexi

front headlights deteriorating

rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

travel handbrake

Fail 31 May 2016 87,250 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

exhaust corroded & leak on front flexi

front headlights deteriorating

rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

travel handbrake

Pass 30 Jun 2015 84,503 miles

rear exhaust outer shield crodded but not blowing

Fail 6 May 2014 80,033 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 6 May 2014 80,033 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 28 May 2013 74,252 miles

rear exhaust box corroded.

Centre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 May 2012 68,620 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 4 May 2012 68,620 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Nov 2011 67,206 miles

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

front disc's worn

Pass 7 Dec 2010 61,365 miles

back box outercasing slightly corroded

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 8 Dec 2009 50,155 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 40,140 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 30,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 30,905 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 25,231 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 FBC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FBC, 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 FBC registered?

DG53 FBC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 8 December 2003.

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