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DG53 KLX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

110,619 mi
Last recorded110,619 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 KLX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 110,619 miles

Centre exhaust clamp corroded (OK)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 110,616 miles

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)

Centre exhaust clamp corroded (OK)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 100,996 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 88,784 miles

Rear tyres getting down (OK)

Slight misting on NSF shocker

Pass 6 Aug 2010 74,012 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

Fail 6 Aug 2010 74,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 17 Aug 2009 61,280 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 49,615 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front and rear tyres not the same size

Pass 21 Aug 2008 49,615 miles

front and rear tyres not the same size

Pass 29 Aug 2007 38,557 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 29,229 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 KLX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KLX, 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 KLX registered?

DG53 KLX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DG53 KLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 KLX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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