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BJ03 MHL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

53,378 mi
Last recorded53,378 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 MHL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 53,378 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 51,796 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 49,577 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 47,507 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 45,612 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 42,314 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 40,327 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2020 40,327 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 37,199 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 32,334 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 27,126 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,641 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,087 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 14,218 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 11,200 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 8,993 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 7,941 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 7,041 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 6,163 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 6,163 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 22 May 2008 5,110 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 4,218 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 3,154 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 MHL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 MHL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ03 MHL registered?

BJ03 MHL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ03 MHL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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