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EU03 PFE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,692 mi
Last recorded97,692 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 PFE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2013 97,692 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both inner track-rod ends have some movement

drivers wiper slightly split

off side rear brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Dec 2013 97,692 miles

both inner track-rod ends have some movement

drivers wiper slightly split

off side rear brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Nov 2012 90,364 miles

engine management light on

oil leak from engine

Fail 22 Nov 2012 90,364 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light on

oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Nov 2011 82,392 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 76,244 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 76,244 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 69,897 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 61,760 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 61,760 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 56,073 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 47,916 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 44,925 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 44,925 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 PFE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PFE, 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 EU03 PFE registered?

EU03 PFE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is EU03 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 PFE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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