CarVerify

Free Car Check

CW03 CVH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

137,556 mi
Last recorded137,556 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW03 CVH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 137,556 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH FRONT ARB LINKS IN POOR CONDITION/VERY RUSTY. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT DISCS VERY RUSTY FROM STANDING. MAY JUDDER AT SPEED. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe slightly damaged REAR BRAKE PIPE FERRULES/FLEXI HOSES QUITE RUSTY IN PLACES (1.1.11 (c))

ELECTRIC STEERING WARNING SYMBOL WAS ON AT ONE STAGE OF INSPECTION.

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHT UV DAMAGED. QUITE FUZZY. REC ATTN. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV GAITER LOOSING GREASE. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted NSF STEEL WHEEL RIM QUITE BUCKLED. MAY SHAKE AT SPEED. REC. RENEWAL. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

OTHER ITEMS WERE NOTICED THAT ARE NOT PART OF MOT INSPECTION THAT APPEAR TO REQUIRE ATTN. E.G. SERVICE ETC

REAR AXLE BUSHES DETERIORATING/DELAMINATING

REAR BUMP STOPS BROKEN/DROPPED DOWN

REAR SECTION OF EXHAUST VERY RUSTY

Pass 28 Mar 2018 134,447 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 129,772 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 121,923 miles

Front tyres bald on both edges

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

Fail 18 Mar 2016 121,868 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Near side (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front tyres bald on both edges

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 110,994 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 103,496 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2013 96,661 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 96,661 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 88,520 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 82,569 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 74,351 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 66,516 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 66,516 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 59,126 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 52,473 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 44,239 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
Full Skoda Fabia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CW03 CVH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CW03 CVH, 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

How do I check the history of CW03 CVH?

You can check the full history of CW03 CVH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CW03 CVH registered?

CW03 CVH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is CW03 CVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW03 CVH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CW03 CVH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CW03 CVH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.