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DE03 MVH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

61,853 mi
Last recorded61,853 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 MVH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 61,853 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 61,853 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 61,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 May 2024 60,483 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 59,063 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 59,063 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2022 57,307 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 55,867 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 55,500 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 55,500 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 53,617 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 May 2018 51,590 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2018 51,590 miles

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

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

traction control light on

Pass 25 May 2017 48,565 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded,

rear reg plate cracked and slightly deteriorated,

Fail 24 May 2017 48,565 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge wear and flat spot. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded,

rear reg plate cracked and slightly deteriorated,

Pass 25 May 2016 44,612 miles

Offside Front Nail in O/S/F Tyre

Pass 26 May 2015 39,006 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 39,374 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 37,485 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 37,479 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 35,676 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 35,676 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 34,282 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 31,425 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 27,208 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 27,208 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jun 2008 23,449 miles

offside rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 23 May 2007 19,293 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 15,245 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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DE03 MVH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 DE03 MVH, 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 DE03 MVH registered?

DE03 MVH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is DE03 MVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 MVH shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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