2003 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · FD53 APZ
2003 Skoda Fabia (1.4L, diesel). First registered 29 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 176,156 miles. MOT expired on 10 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 Jul 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 176,156 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FD53 APZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2025
- 176,156 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FD53 APZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Skoda Fabia (FD53 APZ) between August 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
FD53 APZ Mileage History
- 12/08/2022153,531 mi
- 28/07/2023163,012 mi+9,481 mi
- 31/07/2024169,813 mi+6,801 mi
- 29/07/2025176,079 mi+6,266 mi
- 29/07/2025176,156 mi+77 mi
Average of roughly 7,636 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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