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EX53 DRO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,402 mi
Last recorded51,402 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 DRO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 51,402 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 41,139 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 41,137 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 40,115 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 37,988 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 36,400 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 34,955 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 33,351 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 31,936 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 May 2013 30,457 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 May 2013 30,457 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 28,976 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 27,821 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 26,938 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 26,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2009 26,191 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 25,410 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 24,325 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,100 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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EX53 DRO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EX53 DRO, 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 EX53 DRO registered?

EX53 DRO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 DRO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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