The road tax status for VN53 LHB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VN53 LHB?

The MOT for VN53 LHB is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 November 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of VN53 LHB?

The recorded mileage for VN53 LHB is 123,515 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VN53 LHB ULEZ compliant?

No, VN53 LHB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Skoda Fabia 1.9L Diesel · VN53 LHB

VN53 LHB

2003 Skoda Fabia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 27 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 123,515 miles. MOT expired on 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model: SKODA FABIA
Year / Origin: 2003 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 01 Nov 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 123,515 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

1896cc

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VN53 LHB Key Findings

28 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
123,515 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (21 mentions)

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VN53 LHB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Nov 2026, 02:03

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28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Skoda Fabia (VN53 LHB) between October 2006 and October 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 30 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 45 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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.

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VN53 LHB Mileage History

26/10/20069,253 mi
16/10/200714,215 mi+4,962 mi
21/10/200819,240 mi+5,025 mi
15/10/200924,176 mi+4,936 mi
01/11/201028,739 mi+4,563 mi
01/11/201028,739 mi
21/10/201132,677 mi+3,938 mi
22/10/201236,705 mi+4,028 mi
09/10/201342,586 mi+5,881 mi
14/10/201449,796 mi+7,210 mi
26/10/201555,997 mi+6,201 mi
26/10/201660,170 mi+4,173 mi
26/09/201763,670 mi+3,500 mi
26/09/201869,705 mi+6,035 mi
27/09/201869,711 mi+6 mi
26/09/201977,850 mi+8,139 mi
26/09/201977,856 mi+6 mi
15/10/202081,431 mi+3,575 mi
16/10/202081,435 mi+4 mi
25/09/202187,737 mi+6,302 mi
28/09/202187,737 mi
19/08/202295,450 mi+7,713 mi
24/10/2023107,478 mi+12,028 mi
02/11/2023107,479 mi+1 mi
23/10/2024116,578 mi+9,099 mi
25/10/2024116,589 mi+11 mi
30/10/2025123,513 mi+6,924 mi
30/10/2025123,515 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 6,010 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.

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/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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