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DX03 GGV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,183 mi
Last recorded119,183 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 GGV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 119,183 miles

E.M.L. on

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 117,257 miles

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

Rear tyres are perished

Fail 9 Feb 2016 117,257 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear tyres are perished

Pass 28 Jan 2015 114,586 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 6 Feb 2014 111,702 miles

Exhaust system rusty

Front brake flex hose ferrules rusted

Front seat belts mouldy and slow to retract

Headlamp lenses degrading

Offside front fog lamp glass damaged

Offside rear indicator faded

Rear tyres perished and unevenly worn

Fail 6 Feb 2014 111,702 miles

Exhaust system rusty

Front brake flex hose ferrules rusted

Front seat belts mouldy and slow to retract

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp lenses degrading

Offside front fog lamp glass damaged

Offside rear indicator faded

Rear tyres perished and unevenly worn

Pass 22 Mar 2013 105,526 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 94,993 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 89,721 miles

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

N/S/F Brake caliper dust cover split

Nail in offside rear tyre

Reverse lights inop

Pass 5 Jul 2010 83,812 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 83,812 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 73,937 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 63,574 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 63,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 50,021 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 37,047 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 GGV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GGV, 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 DX03 GGV registered?

DX03 GGV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is DX03 GGV safe to buy?

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