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AU03 JKN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

177,197 mi
Last recorded177,197 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 JKN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 177,197 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

both front wishbone rear bushes deteriorating

engine light on

front bumper moulding insecure

no rear passenger seats fitted at time of test

Pass 25 May 2018 161,912 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front bumper moulding insecure

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not leaking any gases at time of test

Pass 17 May 2017 149,741 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

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

plastic under tray fitted

Pass 10 May 2016 144,745 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 138,186 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 115,457 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 115,457 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2013 99,075 miles

chip on lower right hand side of screen

Pass 17 May 2012 92,699 miles

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

rear shock absorber shroudsloose

Pass 12 May 2011 87,200 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 82,285 miles

rear of front wish bone rubbers deteriorating

Pass 12 May 2009 72,736 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2008 61,165 miles

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)

Pass 31 May 2006 37,986 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 JKN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 JKN, 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 JKN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 2 June 2003.

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