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OE52 TXJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

126,077 mi
Last recorded126,077 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 TXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 126,077 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 126,022 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2024 120,190 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 120,182 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 115,036 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 109,131 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 107,148 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Door wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Door wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2021 107,148 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Door wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Door wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 105,714 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 105,680 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 101,756 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 98,017 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 93,438 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 87,530 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 75,794 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 64,524 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 61,111 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 57,916 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 52,272 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 47,492 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 47,492 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate delaminating

offside rear tyre cracking within tyre tred

some corrosion to rear exhaust box

Pass 19 Jan 2009 42,020 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 36,152 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 30,355 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 23,373 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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OE52 TXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 OE52 TXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE52 TXJ registered?

OE52 TXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 January 2003.

Is OE52 TXJ safe to buy?

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