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BU03 FNZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,476 mi
Last recorded94,476 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 FNZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 94,476 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 89,726 miles

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 84,613 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 84,613 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 77,033 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 72,703 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 66,841 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 59,567 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 52,167 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 44,472 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 44,472 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 37,218 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 30,440 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 30,440 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 25,990 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 22,653 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 22,653 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 18,608 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 FNZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FNZ, 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 BU03 FNZ registered?

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

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