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AF03 CEN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,075 mi
Last recorded157,075 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 CEN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 157,075 miles

Rear exhaust corroded and slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Aug 2017 149,361 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 139,668 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 139,668 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 124,267 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 113,551 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 103,193 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 91,591 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2012 91,591 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 81,400 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 69,968 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 58,617 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2009 58,617 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 48,079 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 36,895 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 24,082 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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AF03 CEN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AF03 CEN, 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 AF03 CEN registered?

AF03 CEN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is AF03 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 CEN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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