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DS03 AWA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,800 mi
Last recorded172,800 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 AWA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 172,800 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil 2x front (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 159,563 miles

both front shockers corroded

fuel cooler slightly insecure

Pass 10 May 2016 142,942 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2014 135,547 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust backbcx corroded but not blowing

Pass 11 Mar 2013 127,372 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

backbox deteriorated but not blowing

Pass 21 Mar 2012 118,877 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 118,870 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 110,211 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 110,211 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 102,597 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 102,597 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 92,025 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 83,814 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 75,359 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 70,259 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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DS03 AWA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DS03 AWA, 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 DS03 AWA registered?

DS03 AWA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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