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DX03 FYC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,440 mi
Last recorded114,440 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 FYC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2013 114,440 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 106,208 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak around engine

rear exhaust system corroded

Fail 5 Mar 2012 106,208 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak around engine

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2011 98,559 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 89,068 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 89,068 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Towbar retaining device insecure (6.6.3a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 80,379 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 71,528 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 60,231 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 60,231 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 46,995 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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DX03 FYC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DX03 FYC, 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

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What year was DX03 FYC registered?

DX03 FYC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is DX03 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 FYC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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