CarVerify

Free Car Check

WA53 KUX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,807 mi
Last recorded134,807 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 KUX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 134,807 miles

- Exhau - Exhaust muffler corroded / lifting layers

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted - (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated - NS/OS (axle) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 134,806 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced - Splayed projected beam (4.1.4 (b))

- Exhau - Exhaust muffler corroded / lifting layers

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted - (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated - NS/OS (axle) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 123,899 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated - NS/OS short pre-axle attached, brittle/hardening affect (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 123,899 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated - NS/OS short pre-axle attached, brittle/hardening affect (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 106,875 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 97,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

reverse lights not working

Fail 25 Oct 2022 97,109 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements excessively deteriorated (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

park brake lever has little reserve travel

reverse lights not working

Pass 1 Nov 2021 87,757 miles

Coolant leak switch in radiator ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 87,752 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Coolant leak switch in radiator ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 78,378 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 67,120 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 55,408 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 44,841 miles

Rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 30 Oct 2017 44,835 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear number plate deteriorated

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 31 Oct 2016 33,625 miles

plastic cover obscuring some components in engine bay floor areas

reverse lamps not working

Fail 31 Oct 2016 33,625 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

plastic cover obscuring some components in engine bay floor areas

reverse lamps not working

Pass 27 Oct 2015 27,389 miles

Nearside mirror casing slight damage

sight play in steering rack inner knuckles

Pass 3 Oct 2014 17,895 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

both wipers only just clear water away

Pass 23 Oct 2013 13,197 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 12,445 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 12,229 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 12,041 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 11,803 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 11,468 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 11,040 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 10,417 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
Full Skoda Fabia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WA53 KUX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WA53 KUX, 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

How do I check the history of WA53 KUX?

You can check the full history of WA53 KUX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WA53 KUX registered?

WA53 KUX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is WA53 KUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 KUX shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA53 KUX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WA53 KUX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.