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BL03 UTA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

155,717 mi
Last recorded155,717 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 UTA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 155,717 miles

both sides front brake flexible hoses are splitting (recommend replace)

emissions test fast idle difficult to hold steady

front wiper blade effectiveness (dragging)

nearside front tyre tread worn close to limit & inner edge worn (recommend replace)

offside front tyre tread close to limit & inner edge of tread worn smooth (recommend replace)

oil leak(s)

Fail 18 Nov 2016 155,717 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both sides front brake flexible hoses are splitting (recommend replace)

emissions test fast idle difficult to hold steady

engine management light is on

front wiper blade effectiveness (dragging)

headlight lenses deteriorated & beam image poor

nearside front tyre tread worn close to limit & inner edge worn (recommend replace)

offside front tyre tread close to limit & inner edge of tread worn smooth (recommend replace)

oil leak(s)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 140,896 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside front (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside & offside front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm & edge of tread worn smooth (recommend replace) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (recommend replace) (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Oct 2015 140,886 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter area (7.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside front (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside & offside front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm & edge of tread worn smooth (recommend replace) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (recommend replace) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 130,301 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 130,301 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear n/s tyre wearing unevenly getting close to 2mm

Pass 8 Jan 2014 118,346 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 7 Jan 2014 118,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 106,201 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 106,201 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 6 Jan 2012 94,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 94,625 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 81,875 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 69,204 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2010 69,204 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 55,901 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 39,958 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 25,846 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 25,846 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 UTA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UTA, 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 UTA registered?

BL03 UTA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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