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DN52 XVX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

81,728 mi
Last recorded81,728 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 XVX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 81,728 miles

Offside Front top mount slight grab

corrosion to rear brake pipe unions

Fail 21 Feb 2017 81,728 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel insecure center nut missing (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front top mount slight grab

corrosion to fuel filter

corrosion to rear brake pipe unions

imbance on rear brakes

travel on hand brake

Pass 27 Jun 2015 78,138 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 75,869 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 73,991 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 73,986 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2012 71,555 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 71,655 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 65,498 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 65,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 59,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 59,774 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 50,097 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 39,485 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2008 39,235 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 28,213 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 19,543 miles

some splitting in n/s rear bottom arm rear bush. †

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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DN52 XVX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DN52 XVX, 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 DN52 XVX registered?

DN52 XVX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is DN52 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 XVX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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