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BU03 CZV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

117,182 mi
Last recorded117,182 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 CZV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 117,182 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 108,071 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2014 98,236 miles

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

offside rear tyre is worn close to the wear bars

rear exhaust box outer skin is corroded

Fail 11 Feb 2014 98,186 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

offside rear tyre is worn close to the wear bars

rear exhaust box outer skin is corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2013 87,719 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 78,716 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 78,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 70,481 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 61,574 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 52,541 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 43,548 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

front number plate cracked

Fail 1 Feb 2008 43,547 miles

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

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

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

Spare tyre defective

front number plate cracked

Pass 16 Jan 2007 34,943 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 26,651 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 26,651 miles

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

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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BU03 CZV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BU03 CZV, 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 BU03 CZV registered?

BU03 CZV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BU03 CZV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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