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BL03 SXC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,763 mi
Last recorded155,763 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 SXC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 155,763 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 142,239 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 135,277 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 129,943 miles

exhaust backbox slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2014 120,951 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

offside and nearside rear shockabsorber dust shields adrift

rear exhaust box deteriorating outer skin

Fail 5 Jun 2014 120,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

offside and nearside rear shockabsorber dust shields adrift

rear exhaust box deteriorating outer skin

Pass 21 Jun 2013 112,788 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise offside and nearside rear shockabsorber dust shields adrift

advise rear exhaust box detiorating

advise small cut in offside front tyre outer sidewall

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

Fail 21 Jun 2013 112,788 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise offside and nearside rear shockabsorber dust shields adrift

advise rear exhaust box detiorating

advise small cut in offside front tyre outer sidewall

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

Pass 20 Jun 2012 105,579 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

advise offside and nearside rear shockabsorber dust shields adrift

advise rear exhaust box deteriorating

advise wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 14 Jun 2011 97,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

nearside and offside rear shockabsorber dust shields adrift

Fail 14 Jun 2011 97,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

nearside and offside rear shockabsorber dust shields adrift

Pass 8 Jun 2010 87,732 miles

advise nearside outer sill damaged

advise offside rear shockabsorber dust shield adrift

Pass 16 Jun 2009 75,920 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2008 65,432 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 65,432 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 52,307 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 8 Jun 2006 37,382 miles

small cut in nearside rear outer sidewall

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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BL03 SXC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BL03 SXC, 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 BL03 SXC registered?

BL03 SXC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is BL03 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL03 SXC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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