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AU03 APX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,013 mi
Last recorded108,013 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 APX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 108,013 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 101,380 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 101,380 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 93,632 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 15 Mar 2017 93,632 miles

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 8 Mar 2016 87,370 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 76,040 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 67,134 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 67,134 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 59,485 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 45,957 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 45,683 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 32,310 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 31,398 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 28,613 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 24,109 miles

console bushes started to split in both front lower suspension arms.(rear bushes)

edges wearing thin on both front tyres.

Pass 19 Jun 2007 19,588 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 15,592 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 APX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 APX, 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 AU03 APX registered?

AU03 APX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 July 2003.

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