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CU03 FZV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,561 mi
Last recorded100,561 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 FZV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 100,561 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 100,561 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 94,799 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 94,799 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 89,803 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box outer casing corroded (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 89,803 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (1.8.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box outer casing corroded (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 84,243 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 84,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 79,063 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 79,063 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 71,579 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 65,815 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 80,131 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2011 60,131 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 47,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Aug 2009 47,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 37,623 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 37,623 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 28,799 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 21,843 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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CU03 FZV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CU03 FZV, 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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CU03 FZV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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