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DX03 HVZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

125,154 mi
Last recorded125,154 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 HVZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 125,154 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 117,941 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 112,960 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 112,960 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system at caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2022 108,243 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 108,243 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 106,641 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 106,641 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 105,656 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 105,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 100,058 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 93,172 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 85,678 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 77,782 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 70,532 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 62,783 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 54,766 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 52,256 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 51,132 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 51,104 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 44,097 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 39,727 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 34,420 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 16,264 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 16,264 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DX03 HVZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 DX03 HVZ, 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 DX03 HVZ registered?

DX03 HVZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is DX03 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 HVZ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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