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HX53 FUW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,552 mi
Last recorded77,552 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 FUW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2021 77,552 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak At radiator. ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded but not blowing.

Pass 19 Jun 2020 76,687 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 75,267 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 72,721 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 69,576 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 66,754 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 60,999 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 56,829 miles

Slight weep from power steering rack

Pass 10 Aug 2013 52,924 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 48,550 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 48,498 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 43,255 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 37,922 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 30,231 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 30,231 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 26,925 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 22,852 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 17,165 miles

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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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HX53 FUW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HX53 FUW, 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 HX53 FUW registered?

HX53 FUW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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