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BU03 JVJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,132 mi
Last recorded51,132 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 51,132 miles

Rear Lens damaged

Pass 14 Jul 2023 45,477 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 41,974 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 37,098 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 36,957 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 36,571 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 36,173 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 35,572 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 34,594 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 33,699 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 32,688 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 31,007 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 29,502 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 27,589 miles

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

o/s/r tyre has several very small cracks in tread and side wall

Fail 19 Aug 2010 24,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,644 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 22,058 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 18,150 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 11,321 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 8,506 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 JVJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 JVJ, 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 JVJ registered?

BU03 JVJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is BU03 JVJ safe to buy?

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