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BJ03 MJV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,107 mi
Last recorded55,107 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 MJV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 55,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 46,726 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN V.LOW ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 38,181 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 30,449 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 29,933 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 29,384 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2021 29,384 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2020 28,714 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 28,026 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 26,602 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 9 May 2017 25,767 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 24,428 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 24,428 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 22,997 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 21,562 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 8 May 2013 19,884 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 May 2012 18,247 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 18,246 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 17 May 2011 16,231 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 14,679 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 13,477 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 12,183 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 10,583 miles

1 brake pads not checked †2 slight oil leak from engine / gearbox

Pass 11 May 2006 9,070 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 MJV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MJV, 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 MJV registered?

BJ03 MJV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 May 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ03 MJV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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