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EU03 TFE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

107,477 mi
Last recorded107,477 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 TFE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 107,477 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front suspension arm carrier bush split

Offside Front suspension arm carrier bush split

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 90,230 miles

Engine covers and under trays and component trims fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

Headlamps starting to deteriorate but light output not reduced.

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2018 90,230 miles

Engine covers and under trays and component trims fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

Headlamps starting to deteriorate but light output not reduced.

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 85,571 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Front Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 85,558 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Front Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 81,435 miles

Front wipers smearing

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 81,435 miles

Front wipers smearing

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 76,610 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 74,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 71,477 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 59,002 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 54,113 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 48,463 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 41,998 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 37,866 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 33,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 29,514 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 TFE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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

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