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VX53 DXJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,387 mi
Last recorded80,387 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 DXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 80,387 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 72,513 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 72,513 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 64,511 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 64,511 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 52,667 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)

covers on sill both sides outer sills

front inner pads low

rear box rusted outer cover box.

two front wish bone brush slight worn

Pass 12 Sep 2015 47,126 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust (back box ) rusty

Nearside side covers underseals

Offside side cover underseals

Pass 19 Sep 2014 41,044 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 37,360 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 34,725 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 31,596 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 28,328 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 24,808 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 20,843 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 17,266 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 13,644 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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VX53 DXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DXJ, 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 VX53 DXJ registered?

VX53 DXJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is VX53 DXJ safe to buy?

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