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WG53 DHL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,994 mi
Last recorded139,994 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 DHL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2010 139,994 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

air bag light illuminated

Pass 9 Nov 2009 130,292 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 130,040 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 120,944 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 112,285 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 104,154 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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WG53 DHL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WG53 DHL, 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 WG53 DHL registered?

WG53 DHL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 December 2003.

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