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MX53 HKJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

129,269 mi
Last recorded129,269 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 HKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 129,269 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 122,449 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 114,897 miles

Front Headlight lens discoloured

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread getting low (4.1.E.1)

slight engine oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2016 114,892 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Headlight lens discoloured

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread getting low (4.1.E.1)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2015 107,616 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 95,703 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 83,208 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 83,208 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 77,155 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 77,155 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2010 64,583 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 64,583 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 56,178 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 46,229 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 36,761 miles

2 rear tyres starting to crack

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 26,026 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 26,026 miles

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

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 HKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HKJ, 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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MX53 HKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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