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DX03 OTG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,866 mi
Last recorded157,866 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 OTG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 157,866 miles

both rear shocker dust covers worn

reverse lights not working

Fail 24 Sep 2018 157,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

both rear shocker dust covers worn

reverse lights not working

Pass 10 Oct 2017 148,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 148,092 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Hand brake travel high.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 135,718 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 135,603 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 122,166 miles

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Fail 9 Oct 2015 122,164 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 15 Oct 2014 110,631 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 99,867 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 90,616 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 82,754 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 75,108 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 65,902 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 55,980 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 51,356 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 40,684 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 32,701 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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DX03 OTG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OTG, 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 OTG registered?

DX03 OTG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is DX03 OTG safe to buy?

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