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HX53 FZP

2004 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

166,678 mi
Last recorded166,678 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 FZP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 166,678 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 162,032 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 150,478 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 136,620 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 123,857 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 114,046 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 114,046 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2013 104,228 miles

rear tyres wearing low on edges of tread

Pass 28 Jan 2012 92,684 miles

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

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

crack in rear left tyre inner side wall

crack in rear right tyre inner side wall

Pass 18 Jan 2011 82,021 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front number plate damaged

Pass 23 Jan 2010 71,988 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 17 Jan 2009 60,028 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 47,835 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 34,436 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 34,436 miles

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

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 FZP is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 70,536 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 FZP, 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 22 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 FZP registered?

HX53 FZP is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 January 2004.

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