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BU03 JXL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,351 mi
Last recorded47,351 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 JXL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 47,351 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 47,351 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended lower arm rear bush (2.4.F.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 44,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear nail in tyre tread

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 44,304 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear nail in tyre tread

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 41,500 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 38,689 miles

O/S and N/S Rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2013 35,884 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 33,082 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 29,561 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)

unable to open offside rear door

Pass 20 Apr 2010 26,554 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 23,975 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 21,238 miles

both front tyres worn on inner/outer edges

Pass 10 Apr 2007 17,432 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 13,640 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 JXL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JXL, 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 JXL registered?

BU03 JXL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is BU03 JXL safe to buy?

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