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AE03 FWD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

64,187 mi
Last recorded64,187 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 FWD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 64,187 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 55,726 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 46,867 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 38,829 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 38,352 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 38,352 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 37,870 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 37,544 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 37,390 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 37,199 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 37,199 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 36,592 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 35,313 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 33,290 miles

n s r tyre worn on outside edge on 1.6 mm limit.

Fail 10 Feb 2010 29,910 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 29,910 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 26,845 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 23,594 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 20,850 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 16,762 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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AE03 FWD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AE03 FWD, 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 AE03 FWD registered?

AE03 FWD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AE03 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 FWD shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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