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AF03 FBC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,146 mi
Last recorded83,146 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 FBC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 83,146 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 63,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2024 46,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective headlight cover deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective headlight cover deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 34,528 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 31,129 miles

Spare tyre defective under inflated

Pass 16 Jun 2021 30,395 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 29,902 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 29,285 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 28,375 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 27,581 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 26,472 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 25,600 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 24,635 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 23,724 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,850 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)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,856 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 20,745 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,572 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 18,303 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 17,115 miles

Front discs slightly corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2006 16,416 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 FBC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FBC, 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 AF03 FBC registered?

AF03 FBC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is AF03 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 FBC shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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