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HX03 KYW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,251 mi
Last recorded49,251 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 KYW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 49,251 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2026 49,246 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 46,034 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 42,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 39,298 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 36,024 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 32,848 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 29,493 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 26,413 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 26,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 23,255 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 20,062 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 13,569 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 13,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nail in o/s/r tyre

rear number plate display becoming poor

screw in n/s/r tyre

unable to open o/s/r door

Pass 27 Apr 2011 13,554 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre

rear number plate display becoming poor

screw in n/s/r tyre

unable to open o/s/r door

Pass 29 Apr 2010 13,355 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 12,766 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Pass 30 Mar 2009 12,701 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 11,298 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 9,569 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 7,180 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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HX03 KYW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HX03 KYW, 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 HX03 KYW registered?

HX03 KYW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is HX03 KYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX03 KYW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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