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DK03 HBG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,733 mi
Last recorded45,733 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 HBG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 45,733 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 44,717 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 44,248 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 43,971 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 43,971 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 43,661 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 43,661 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 43,047 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 43,041 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)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 42,631 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 42,238 miles

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)

front wiper blades split

Pass 4 Apr 2012 41,726 miles

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

nearside and offside wipers blade split

Pass 4 Apr 2011 41,178 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 40,508 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 40,508 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 40,042 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 38,955 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 38,952 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 38,162 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 37,381 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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DK03 HBG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DK03 HBG, 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 DK03 HBG registered?

DK03 HBG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is DK03 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 HBG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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