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WF53 GDV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

112,454 mi
Last recorded112,454 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 GDV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 112,454 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 109,617 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 106,567 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 106,567 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 103,082 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Sep 2022 99,408 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 99,408 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 95,678 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 92,485 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 92,485 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 88,947 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 84,540 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 80,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 12 Sep 2016 75,728 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 70,678 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 65,842 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 60,609 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 55,057 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 47,748 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 43,903 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 39,238 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 33,957 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 33,957 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads getting low

Pass 11 Sep 2007 28,147 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 21,016 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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WF53 GDV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel 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 WF53 GDV, 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 WF53 GDV registered?

WF53 GDV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is WF53 GDV safe to buy?

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