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FX53 DAU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,572 mi
Last recorded26,572 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 DAU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 26,572 miles

Engine management light on indicating a fault or faults

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 26,566 miles

Emissions not tested Unable to maintain engine speed between 2500RPM-3000RPM for emissions test (7.3.A.1)

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective Passenger front (5.2.5b)

Engine management light on indicating a fault or faults

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 21,581 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 21,199 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 20,476 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 14,569 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 18,040 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 16,358 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Aug 2008 14,318 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 12,117 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,609 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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FX53 DAU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc 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 FX53 DAU, 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 FX53 DAU registered?

FX53 DAU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FX53 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 DAU 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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