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HX53 FVV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,375 mi
Last recorded80,375 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 FVV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 80,375 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacement (3.5.1g)

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 24 May 2016 71,326 miles

PADS WEARING LOW

Fail 24 May 2016 71,326 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

PADS WEARING LOW

Pass 27 May 2015 62,078 miles

both lower arm rear mounts have play to limit

Pass 30 May 2014 53,142 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 43,855 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 35,268 miles

front tyres wearing inner edges

reat tyres wearing low

Pass 9 May 2011 27,062 miles

n/s/r tyre out of shape.

Pass 26 May 2010 23,596 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Jun 2009 22,557 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 20,593 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 20,593 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Front brake discs starting to corrode slightly

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

Nearside rear seatbelt not tested due to babyseat fitted

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

Small stonechips in zone A of windscreen

Very slight play in nearside rear bottom shock absorber bush

Pass 31 May 2007 18,433 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 15,860 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 FVV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 HX53 FVV, 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 HX53 FVV registered?

HX53 FVV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is HX53 FVV safe to buy?

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