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LX53 HEJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,003 mi
Last recorded68,003 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 HEJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 68,003 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under floor coverings fitted unable to fully inspect components or for potential corrosion damage and leaks

Fail 22 Jul 2025 68,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Affecting dipped beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective Affecting dipped beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under floor coverings fitted unable to fully inspect components or for potential corrosion damage and leaks

Pass 13 Jul 2024 62,089 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To Lens Condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To Lens Condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear Exhaust Silencer/Back Box Slightly Corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2024 62,089 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower Dust Cover Is Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To Lens Condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp Image Is Slightly Reduced/Poor, Due To Lens Condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear Exhaust Silencer/Back Box Slightly Corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2023 57,686 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Cut to side wall, not exposing cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 57,129 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 56,868 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 56,868 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 52,784 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 46,145 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 46,145 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 38,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2017 29,152 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 25,603 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 24,779 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 23,396 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 21,720 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 20,371 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 18,652 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 16,822 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 15,559 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 14,198 miles

o/s/ rear tyre has small notch in outer side wall.

Pass 15 Oct 2007 12,431 miles

the n/s and o/s front lower wishbone mountan bushes are worn to there maximum allowed tolerance.we advise replacments a/s/a/p

Pass 10 Oct 2006 11,190 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 HEJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HEJ, 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 HEJ registered?

LX53 HEJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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