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GX53 HYN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

168,308 mi
Last recorded168,308 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 HYN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 168,308 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under-trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2017 159,707 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 151,634 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2016 151,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2015 146,955 miles

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

Offside Front o/s/f track rod has play

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 138,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear exhaust box coroded in poor condition

Pass 25 Sep 2013 130,999 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust box outter skin corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2012 127,099 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 127,099 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 117,093 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 117,093 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 106,174 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 94,840 miles

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

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded.

Pass 30 Aug 2008 81,008 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 65,459 miles

rear silencer corroding

Fail 20 Sep 2006 53,436 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight Cut To N/S/F Outer Sidewall (but not down to the cords)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 53,436 miles

Slight Cut To N/S/F Outer Sidewall (but not down to the cords)

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

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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GX53 HYN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GX53 HYN, 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 GX53 HYN registered?

GX53 HYN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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