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DK53 VFD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,610 mi
Last recorded101,610 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 VFD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 101,610 miles

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

rear exhaust section deteriorating/corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2016 94,942 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorating

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 89,063 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

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

rear exhaust section deteriating/corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2015 89,063 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

rear exhaust section deteriating/corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2014 81,444 miles

long handbrake travel

rear exhaust box deteriating

Fail 15 Sep 2014 81,444 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

long handbrake travel

rear exhaust box deteriating

Pass 13 Sep 2013 74,996 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 68,272 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 63,719 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 58,384 miles

n/s/f door mirror housing broken

rear number plate slightly defaced

Fail 4 Sep 2009 49,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 49,728 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 39,245 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 30,005 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 19,832 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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DK53 VFD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DK53 VFD, 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 DK53 VFD registered?

DK53 VFD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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