2003 Skoda Fabia 1.9L Diesel · M500 ONX
2003 Skoda Fabia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 28 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 256,002 miles. MOT expired on 06 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 256,002 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M500 ONX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/09/2025
- 256,002 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M500 ONX 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 (M500 ONX) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
M500 ONX Mileage History
- 01/09/2022206,354 mi
- 31/08/2023217,573 mi+11,219 mi
- 02/09/2024230,682 mi+13,109 mi
- 03/09/2024230,728 mi+46 mi
- 07/09/2025256,002 mi+25,274 mi
Average of roughly 16,456 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Fabia Mk1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Rear Door Seal LeaksModerate
Water leaks through inner door carriers and soaks the carpets, causing condensation and mould.
- Front Suspension Console Bush FailureModerate
The large front bushes tear and let the front end thump over rough surfaces, often resulting in MOT advisories.
- PAS Angle Sensor FailureModerate
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