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VX53 DWJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,504 mi
Last recorded61,504 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 DWJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2014 61,504 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 54,186 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 48,096 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 42,817 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 37,126 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 34,450 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 32,357 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 29,760 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 27,233 miles

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

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

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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VX53 DWJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX53 DWJ, 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 VX53 DWJ registered?

VX53 DWJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is VX53 DWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 DWJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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