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BU03 FMG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,663 mi
Last recorded50,663 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 FMG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 50,663 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Mar 2025 50,662 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 35,610 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2024 35,608 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 26,795 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 26,795 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 26,710 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 26,466 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 26,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 26,084 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 25,459 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 24,510 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 23,357 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 23,247 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 20,931 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 19,492 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 18,110 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 16,680 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 15,246 miles

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

Steering fault lamp on but no apparent problem with steering found during test ???

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 15,246 miles

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

Steering fault lamp on but no apparent problem with steering found during test ???

Pass 26 Feb 2010 13,470 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 11,639 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 11,639 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 9,520 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 7,821 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 5,784 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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BU03 FMG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FMG, 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 FMG registered?

BU03 FMG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BU03 FMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 FMG shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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