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EU03 FNW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

116,684 mi
Last recorded116,684 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 FNW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 116,684 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 116,683 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 111,480 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 111,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 102,938 miles

Rear last box exhaust corroded

Fail 15 Jun 2020 102,938 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear last box exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2019 96,367 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 96,367 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 94,533 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE HAS A NAIL (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 94,533 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE HAS A NAIL (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 89,426 miles

o/s/f tyre inner edge worn

Pass 11 Jun 2016 82,930 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Jun 2015 80,808 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 79,900 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 79,325 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 78,218 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 77,868 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 77,768 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 76,181 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 72,396 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 56,834 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 42,527 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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EU03 FNW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EU03 FNW, 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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EU03 FNW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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