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DF03 NHB

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

93,182 mi
Last recorded93,182 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 NHB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 93,182 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 91,074 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside wing mirror damaged

Fail 3 Aug 2018 91,074 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside wing mirror damaged

Pass 14 Aug 2017 88,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 14 Aug 2017 88,230 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect due to lens deterioration (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 Aug 2016 84,583 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear nearside & offside tyres slightly deformed & cracked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pedal has a slightly spongy feel

underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Jul 2015 83,532 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 23 Jul 2014 81,857 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2014 81,857 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 79,590 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 27 Jul 2013 79,590 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 18 Jul 2012 77,127 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated

nearside rear wheel bearing makes slight noise when rotated

Fail 18 Jul 2012 77,127 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated

nearside rear wheel bearing makes slight noise when rotated

Pass 23 Jul 2011 73,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 70,860 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 14 Aug 2010 70,860 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 68,199 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 60,343 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 60,343 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Jul 2008 60,002 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

o/s mirror housing broke

Pass 13 Aug 2007 48,849 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 36,657 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DF03 NHB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DF03 NHB, 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 DF03 NHB registered?

DF03 NHB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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