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LX53 FGJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

60,908 mi
Last recorded60,908 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 FGJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 60,908 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2026 60,908 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 59,213 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 56,572 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 53,427 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 50,549 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 48,224 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 45,966 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 45,966 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 43,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Sep 2018 39,698 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 36,155 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 32,198 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 29,067 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 26,005 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 23,756 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 21,468 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 19,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 19,104 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 17,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 17,209 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 13,991 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 9,703 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 8,963 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 7,076 miles

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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LX53 FGJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 LX53 FGJ, 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 LX53 FGJ registered?

LX53 FGJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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