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LX53 KHP

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

49,962 mi
Last recorded49,962 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 49,962 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 49,394 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 48,671 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 47,706 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 45,696 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 44,581 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 41,911 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 41,911 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper blade split

Pass 5 Dec 2018 40,250 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 40,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 37,214 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 33,973 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 31,188 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 30,045 miles

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

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

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

nsf tyre perished

osf tyre perished

Pass 5 Dec 2013 28,640 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 26,291 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 25,067 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 24,118 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 22,736 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 22,736 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 20,981 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 17,850 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 14,455 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 KHP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KHP, 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 KHP registered?

LX53 KHP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is LX53 KHP safe to buy?

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