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GF53 NWX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,062 mi
Last recorded35,062 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 NWX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 35,062 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer case corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 34,384 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 33,706 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes covered in wax oil sealant (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads look 90% worn ? (with the wheels still on the vehicle ) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose silencer outer metal case corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm in the tread bar (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on the edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 32,777 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive lower engine area ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer outer metal case rusty/loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive underbody around brake hose/fuel tank area fluid coated (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn 2.5mm in the tread bar (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive around fuel filter area (not leaking at time of test ?) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 32,158 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 31,484 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 30,483 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 29,264 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 27,543 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 25,751 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 24,114 miles

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

Nearside Front noisey

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

Offside Front noisey

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 22,118 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 20,225 miles

both front tyres getting low inner edges

Pass 20 Sep 2012 17,596 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 14,911 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,705 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 10,996 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 9,229 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 7,625 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 6,039 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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GF53 NWX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GF53 NWX, 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 GF53 NWX registered?

GF53 NWX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 NWX safe to buy?

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