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DG53 FBV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Pink Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

201,054 mi
Last recorded201,054 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 FBV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourPink
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 201,054 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both front part of sills have holes caused by corrosion but are not within a prescribed area

corrosion to both sills

Fail 2 Nov 2022 201,054 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both front part of sills have holes caused by corrosion but are not within a prescribed area

corrosion to both sills

Fail 28 Oct 2022 200,596 miles

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front of sills and front floor corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2021 182,006 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 165,928 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 138,986 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 131,110 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 119,324 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Jan 2017 119,324 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 105,834 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 87,026 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 70,568 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 63,926 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Oct 2011 56,557 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 50,112 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 46,193 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 39,077 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 31,109 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 24,599 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 24,487 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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 FBV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Pink with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FBV, 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 FBV registered?

DG53 FBV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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