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FX53 KLP

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

68,343 mi
Last recorded68,343 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 KLP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 68,343 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 67,829 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 67,508 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 66,318 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 63,410 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 61,138 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 58,860 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Damp around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 58,860 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Damp around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 55,293 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 52,133 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 47,146 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 42,834 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 38,720 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 33,718 miles

Exhaust back box is starting to peel

Fail 29 Oct 2013 33,718 miles

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

Exhaust back box is starting to peel

Pass 25 Oct 2012 29,673 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 25,918 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 21,234 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 17,304 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 13,088 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 9,639 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 5,576 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 KLP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 KLP, 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 FX53 KLP?

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What year was FX53 KLP registered?

FX53 KLP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is FX53 KLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 KLP shows 22 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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