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DX53 TFF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,559 mi
Last recorded39,559 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 TFF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 39,559 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 39,255 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 35,383 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 35,307 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 35,307 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 35,180 miles

h/brake needs attension

Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/sreartyre inner walls cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2013 33,759 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes need attension soon

Pass 29 Oct 2012 32,811 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 31,600 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 30,600 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 30,600 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 29,400 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 28,200 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 27,042 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,545 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 TFF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DX53 TFF, 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 DX53 TFF registered?

DX53 TFF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is DX53 TFF safe to buy?

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