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RX53 OKV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

93,821 mi
Last recorded93,821 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 OKV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 93,821 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Fail 24 Nov 2022 93,817 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 23 Nov 2021 88,085 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

offside rear parking brake effort slightly weak

parking brake lever has slight travel

Fail 23 Nov 2021 88,085 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

offside rear parking brake effort slightly weak

parking brake lever has slight travel

Pass 18 Aug 2020 84,741 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 79,987 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front BRAKE COVER RUST HOLES

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

REVERSING LIGHT NOT WORKING

WHEEL TRIM MISSING

Fail 26 Sep 2019 79,985 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested ALSO LEVEL AS NOT WORKING (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt DROP LINK (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect TRY POLISH 1ST (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front BRAKE COVER RUST HOLES

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

REVERSING LIGHT NOT WORKING

WHEEL TRIM MISSING

Pass 28 Sep 2018 72,597 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front BRAKE COVER RUSTED

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged SUGGEST NEW MIRROR (3.3 (b) (i))

REVERSING LIGHTS NOT WORKING

Fail 28 Sep 2018 72,597 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid HAS PUMP NOISE (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST RUSTED

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front BRAKE COVER RUSTED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY LOW ON EDGE 3.1MM SUGGEST REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged SUGGEST NEW MIRROR (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LOW ON EDGE 2.9MM (5.2.3 (e))

REVERSING LIGHTS NOT WORKING

Pass 16 Aug 2017 69,055 miles

Offside sill dented

rear silencer corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2016 69,044 miles

exhaust system corroding

offside rear tyre wearing on edges

slight bind on nearside rear wheel

Fail 7 Mar 2016 69,044 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

exhaust system corroding

offside rear tyre wearing on edges

slight bind on nearside rear wheel

Pass 14 Jul 2014 68,657 miles

center exhaust clamp rusting

o/s outer c.v gaitor cracking

rear exhaust rusting

Pass 26 Jul 2013 67,655 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 67,654 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 66,317 miles

exhaust system rusting

offside rear tyre worn low on edges

Pass 24 Aug 2011 65,315 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 62,834 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 55,933 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 49,529 miles

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

off side rear tyre slightly out of shape and worn on edges

Fail 11 Aug 2008 49,529 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

off side rear tyre slightly out of shape and worn on edges

Pass 24 Aug 2007 41,957 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 30,946 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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RX53 OKV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 RX53 OKV, 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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RX53 OKV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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