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AE03 KAU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

128,570 mi
Last recorded128,570 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 KAU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 128,570 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2021 128,569 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 122,488 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 122,478 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn link rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all front and rear brake pads worn

Pass 5 Feb 2019 116,101 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 116,013 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

exhaust shield insecure

Pass 25 Jan 2018 109,476 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 109,476 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 102,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm devoid edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear rear silencer corroded no leaks

engine warning light on

Fail 1 Feb 2017 102,071 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding caliper not return on hand brake application (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm devoid edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear rear silencer corroded no leaks

engine warning light on

Pass 3 Feb 2016 718,247 miles

engine warning light on and insp light on

Pass 28 Jan 2015 89,812 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 85,398 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 Jan 2013 80,020 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 80,020 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 74,648 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 74,647 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 70,532 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 66,095 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 59,145 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 47,739 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 35,865 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 27,395 miles

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

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 KAU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KAU, 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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AE03 KAU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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