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AJ03 JYR

2003 Skoda Fabia

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,146 mi
Last recorded117,146 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 JYR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 117,146 miles

Both front indicators showing white light

Nearside Front Head lamp beam pattern poor

Nearside Front Head lamp lens deteriorated

Offside Front Head lamp beam pattern poor

Offside Front Head lamp lens deteriorated

Fail 19 Jan 2019 117,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Both front indicators showing white light

Nearside Front Head lamp beam pattern poor

Nearside Front Head lamp lens deteriorated

Offside Front Head lamp beam pattern poor

Offside Front Head lamp lens deteriorated

Pass 13 Feb 2018 108,909 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyres very worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Feb 2018 108,909 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyres very worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Feb 2017 98,190 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 98,190 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 87,571 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 83,519 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 81,776 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 81,775 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 79,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 79,120 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 75,587 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 69,729 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 63,819 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 56,200 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 56,166 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 48,143 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 48,143 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 41,599 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 31,468 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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AJ03 JYR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AJ03 JYR, 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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AJ03 JYR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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