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AU03 EOB

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,111 mi
Last recorded98,111 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 EOB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 98,111 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Feb 2016 90,853 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 90,795 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 83,685 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 83,680 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 76,999 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 70,119 miles

Center silencer corroding.

Nearside front tyre, outer sidewall puncture.

Oil leak

Rear silencer corroded.

Pass 8 Feb 2012 63,638 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 59,766 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 54,235 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 48,249 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 41,619 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 34,761 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 27,619 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 EOB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EOB, 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 EOB registered?

AU03 EOB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is AU03 EOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 EOB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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