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DX03 OTZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,015 mi
Last recorded112,015 miles
Recorded on6 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 OTZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2015 112,015 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 106,566 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust corroison advise

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on inside

Pass 26 Apr 2013 100,894 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 96,777 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 26 Apr 2011 83,245 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 78,288 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 70,842 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 63,127 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 63,127 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 51,843 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 37,657 miles

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

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 OTZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OTZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX03 OTZ registered?

DX03 OTZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is DX03 OTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 OTZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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