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HX53 LCC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

91,247 mi
Last recorded91,247 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2016 91,247 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 87,353 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S N/S (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear outer door handle sticking.

Fail 2 Oct 2015 87,340 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint STEERING (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S N/S (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 86,781 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2014 81,598 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 81,588 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 76,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 76,720 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 72,456 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 72,456 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 70,702 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 63,825 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 63,825 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 54,564 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 54,564 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 45,156 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 45,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 36,028 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 27,065 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 27,065 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

slight play in hand brake handle cover

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 LCC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 LCC, 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 LCC registered?

HX53 LCC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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