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EU03 FPL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

46,537 mi
Last recorded46,537 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 FPL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 46,537 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Pass 3 Jan 2025 46,411 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 46,411 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 45,939 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 45,697 miles

Front Brake discs rusty

Fail 9 Jan 2023 45,696 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake discs rusty

Pass 6 Jan 2022 45,578 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 43,973 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 43,144 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 43,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 42,827 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 42,827 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 42,342 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 41,873 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 41,873 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 40,916 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 40,169 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 39,135 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 38,049 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 38,049 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 36,966 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 34,968 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 32,169 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 32,169 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2008 29,495 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 25,573 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 25,571 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 24,504 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2006 18,289 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 FPL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

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 FPL, 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 EU03 FPL registered?

EU03 FPL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is EU03 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 FPL shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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