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AG03 GYW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

181,498 mi
Last recorded181,498 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 GYW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 181,498 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2020 181,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 174,564 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 174,564 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 166,415 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 166,415 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2017 154,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/60R14 (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2016 140,253 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 131,012 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 108,224 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 108,224 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 91,833 miles

NSR suspension bump stop broken away but still functional

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

Fail 13 May 2013 91,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

NSR suspension bump stop broken away but still functional

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 17 May 2012 80,180 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 80,180 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 69,324 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 57,107 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 51,934 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 46,823 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 38,083 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under body covers fitted, unable to inspect fully

Pass 28 Jun 2006 28,402 miles

Advise front wiper blades deteriorating

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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AG03 GYW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AG03 GYW, 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 AG03 GYW registered?

AG03 GYW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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