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AE03 HVG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,770 mi
Last recorded54,770 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 HVG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 54,770 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 53,198 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 52,546 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 52,053 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 50,864 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 49,411 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 49,411 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 47,292 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 45,528 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 24 Feb 2015 43,757 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 41,994 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 39,610 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 37,585 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 37,585 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 34,110 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 30,013 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 26,756 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 23,310 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 18,273 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 13,671 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 HVG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 HVG registered?

AE03 HVG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is AE03 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 HVG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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