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AE03 HWJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

61,556 mi
Last recorded61,556 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 HWJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 61,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 51,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 51,963 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 42,817 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 42,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 33,495 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 27,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perishing on outer edge

Pass 6 Mar 2014 27,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perishing on outer edge

Pass 22 Mar 2013 21,903 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

coolant level low

service light on

Fail 21 Mar 2013 21,902 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

coolant level low

engine management light on

engine misfire

service light on

Pass 22 Mar 2012 15,944 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Mar 2011 11,688 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 10,909 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 10,889 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 10,621 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 10,339 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 9,360 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 HWJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HWJ, 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 HWJ registered?

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

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