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GN53 DNE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,898 mi
Last recorded47,898 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 DNE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 47,898 miles

Engine management lamp illuminated

Exhaust system rusty

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear registration plate staring to deteriorate

Fail 15 Feb 2019 47,898 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Engine management lamp illuminated

Exhaust system rusty

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear registration plate staring to deteriorate

Pass 9 Mar 2018 43,227 miles

Exhaust system is slightly rusty

Rear silencer outer skin is falling away

Slight lip on the front brake discs

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2017 40,428 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 35,373 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 35,373 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both headlamp lenses deteriorated resulting in no image (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

N/S front suspension fouling plastic inner wheel arch liner.

Pass 19 Aug 2014 34,504 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 33,293 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,826 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,217 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 28,040 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 24,120 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 19,750 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 16,079 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 11,238 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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GN53 DNE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GN53 DNE, 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 GN53 DNE registered?

GN53 DNE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GN53 DNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 DNE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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