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HX53 FVB

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,902 mi
Last recorded70,902 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 FVB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2014 70,902 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 70,902 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 64,929 miles

rear exhaust corroded.

Fail 7 Jan 2013 64,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 9 Jan 2012 56,926 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear silencer corroded.

Pass 10 Jan 2011 57,320 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 43,823 miles

front suspension arm main bushes a little weak

front tyres generally low

Fail 15 Dec 2009 43,823 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front suspension arm main bushes a little weak

front tyres generally low

Pass 12 Dec 2008 35,683 miles

fuel flap does not shut tight.

Pass 22 Oct 2007 26,579 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 26,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 17,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

fuel flap release not operatimg correctly

some travel on h/brake

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 FVB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FVB, 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 FVB registered?

HX53 FVB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HX53 FVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 FVB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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