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HW53 FGC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,696 mi
Last recorded55,696 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FGC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 55,696 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 52,630 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 52,630 miles

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail split (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 51,221 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 50,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 50,118 miles

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

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

both rear indicator lens's repaired with tape

Pass 22 Aug 2016 49,212 miles

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

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

both rear indicator len's cracked

Pass 27 Aug 2015 48,403 miles

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

slightly long travel on handbrake

Pass 28 Aug 2014 47,231 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 45,857 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 45,857 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 43,842 miles

both front wiper blades are split

Fail 16 Aug 2012 43,842 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front wiper blades are split

Fail 30 Aug 2011 42,375 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 42,375 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 40,711 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 37,235 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 32,586 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,117 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 21,803 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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HW53 FGC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HW53 FGC, 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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HW53 FGC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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