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DG53 FCC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

96,789 mi
Last recorded96,789 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 FCC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 96,789 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 96,789 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 93,789 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 93,780 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 91,637 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 84,945 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 84,854 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 68,793 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 53,032 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 41,715 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 136,850 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 136,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 24,698 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Sep 2011 24,698 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 17,977 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

both rear tyres have cracking to outer and inner tread

Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,254 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 11,918 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 10,071 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 8,120 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 FCC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc 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 FCC, 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 FCC registered?

DG53 FCC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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