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DF03 SWZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

159,386 mi
Last recorded159,386 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 SWZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2015 159,386 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 159,386 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 141,834 miles

exhaust deteriorated but not leaking

Fail 30 Jun 2014 141,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

exhaust deteriorated but not leaking

Pass 1 May 2013 138,477 miles

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

both rear shock absorber dust covers loose

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 30 Apr 2013 138,477 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

both rear shock absorber dust covers loose

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 10 May 2012 116,574 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 116,574 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 94,321 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 94,321 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)

Pass 12 May 2010 75,755 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 75,755 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)

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)

Pass 8 May 2009 54,248 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 34,796 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 24,734 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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DF03 SWZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DF03 SWZ, 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 SWZ registered?

DF03 SWZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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