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DX03 JVU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

70,016 mi
Last recorded70,016 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 JVU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 70,016 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ central exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front seatbelt slow to retract

exhaust system corroded

Fail 5 Dec 2025 70,016 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ central exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slightly frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front seatbelt slow to retract

exhaust system corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2024 68,608 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 68,608 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 67,591 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 67,591 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 66,889 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 65,900 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 65,900 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 65,126 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 65,126 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure sleve (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 62,776 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2019 62,776 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower arms (rear bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 61,837 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 60,262 miles

Front exhaust flex deteriorated/split

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 53,702 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 49,235 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 44,318 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,077 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 34,474 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 30,561 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 30,172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 29,568 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 29,568 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 28,975 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 27,947 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 26,636 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 JVU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 JVU, 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 JVU registered?

DX03 JVU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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