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AJ03 UTW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

88,509 mi
Last recorded88,509 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 UTW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 88,509 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2023 88,509 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 84,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 82,903 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 76,930 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 74,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 74,980 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 72,796 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking sidewalls. Year code **13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Fail 14 Dec 2018 72,777 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits PRINT OUT ATTACHED (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both ns and os images are bloomed see* (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both ns and os plastic lenses / covers weathered * (4.1.4 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cracked + section missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle readings: 70 / 180 imb =62%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking sidewalls. Year code **13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 11 Dec 2017 66,209 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 60,704 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 57,702 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 57,702 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 54,894 miles

both rear tyres perishing on outer edge

Pass 15 Jan 2014 51,832 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 48,337 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perishing and cracking

Pass 17 Jan 2012 45,013 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 45,013 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,243 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 37,477 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 33,548 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 31,591 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 31,591 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 27,159 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2006 21,945 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 UTW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 AJ03 UTW, 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 AJ03 UTW registered?

AJ03 UTW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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