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FD03 CVY

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

101,294 mi
Last recorded101,294 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 CVY
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 101,294 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Rear Shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 101,229 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Rear Shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 93,191 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 93,100 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

near side door mirror shroud faulty

Pass 6 Jul 2022 76,499 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 76,242 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2021 63,438 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 63,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2020 51,222 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2020 51,222 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2019 43,427 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 41,879 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 40,343 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 39,102 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 38,671 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 36,190 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 33,206 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,270 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 30,270 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 25,997 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 22,228 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 19,931 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 14,855 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 12,598 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 9,543 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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FD03 CVY is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FD03 CVY, 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 FD03 CVY registered?

FD03 CVY is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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