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NG53 HTZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,833 mi
Last recorded147,833 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG53 HTZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 147,833 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 139,825 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all x 4 (3.6.B.4e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (3.5.1i)

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2015 128,095 miles

under shields fitted

Fail 11 Aug 2015 128,095 miles

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

under shields fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2014 115,126 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 106,615 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 99,765 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 99,765 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 88,873 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 75,850 miles

n/s/r light cracked

Pass 23 Oct 2009 65,942 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 56,269 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 47,546 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 37,416 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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NG53 HTZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel 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 NG53 HTZ, 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 NG53 HTZ registered?

NG53 HTZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is NG53 HTZ safe to buy?

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