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LX53 HDU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,387 mi
Last recorded32,387 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 HDU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 32,387 miles

front suspension rear bushes deteriorated

rear registration plate deteriorated

Fail 26 Feb 2016 32,387 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front suspension rear bushes deteriorated

rear registration plate deteriorated

Pass 14 Mar 2015 21,842 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear door catch sticking sometimes

Pass 7 Mar 2014 18,860 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 18,851 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 16,121 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 12,961 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 11,625 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 9,738 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 7,406 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 6,945 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 6,421 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 5,860 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 5,297 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 HDU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,390cc 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 LX53 HDU, 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 HDU registered?

LX53 HDU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is LX53 HDU safe to buy?

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