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AU03 AOZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,821 mi
Last recorded98,821 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 AOZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 98,821 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2025 92,322 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2025 92,232 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 85,950 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 74,743 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 71,996 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2020 68,605 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all around (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 68,605 miles

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

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

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all around (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 16 May 2019 62,171 miles

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 53,778 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 51,979 miles

nearside rear shock absorber bump stop perished and dust cover adrift

Pass 13 May 2016 50,241 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 47,941 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 47,941 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 43,867 miles

o/s/r tyre perished sidewall

Fail 2 Jul 2014 43,867 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/r tyre perished sidewall

Pass 16 Jul 2013 41,146 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 38,123 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 34,689 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 34,689 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 31,599 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 27,771 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 24,672 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 20,797 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 16,891 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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AU03 AOZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU03 AOZ, 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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AU03 AOZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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