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BJ03 GZD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,252 mi
Last recorded110,252 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 GZD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 110,252 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre wall perished

tc light on dash

Fail 29 Mar 2012 110,242 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre wall perished

tc light on dash

Pass 7 Apr 2011 101,913 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 87,101 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 87,101 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 67,909 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 45,316 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 26,707 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 20,824 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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BJ03 GZD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BJ03 GZD, 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 BJ03 GZD registered?

BJ03 GZD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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