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DX53 KTJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,091 mi
Last recorded107,091 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 KTJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2010 107,091 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 83,936 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 83,919 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2008 74,120 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2008 74,120 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 60,961 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 47,032 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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DX53 KTJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DX53 KTJ, 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

How do I check the history of DX53 KTJ?

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What year was DX53 KTJ registered?

DX53 KTJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is DX53 KTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 KTJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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