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MX53 HJG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

245,732 mi
Last recorded245,732 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 HJG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 245,732 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 237,672 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 226,351 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 213,614 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 206,038 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 196,255 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 189,662 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 182,277 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 177,718 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 174,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

N/S/R seatbelt could not be checked due to child seat fitted

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2014 166,714 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 153,497 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 142,845 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 122,234 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2010 104,328 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 87,762 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 65,137 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 43,914 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 43,913 miles

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

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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MX53 HJG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MX53 HJG, 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 MX53 HJG registered?

MX53 HJG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is MX53 HJG safe to buy?

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