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BU03 GKF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

75,797 mi
Last recorded75,797 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 75,797 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 70,265 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 70,265 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 68,527 miles

electronic power steering waning light intermittent

Fail 14 Aug 2023 68,526 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

electronic power steering waning light intermittent

Pass 11 Aug 2022 65,867 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 64,059 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 62,397 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 59,855 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 57,029 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 53,860 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 50,854 miles

nearside front windscreen wiper blade split and smearing windscreen

Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,939 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 46,153 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 42,752 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 39,182 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 34,972 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 31,858 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 31,858 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 28,749 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 24,441 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 20,477 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 16,539 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 GKF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GKF, 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 GKF registered?

BU03 GKF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is BU03 GKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 GKF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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