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FJ03 EOL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,434 mi
Last recorded55,434 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 EOL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 55,434 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 55,434 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 37,716 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 34,560 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 31,639 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 28,661 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 28,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 25,718 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

n/s front seat belt slow to retract

Pass 26 Mar 2009 22,945 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 19,887 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,186 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 14,644 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FJ03 EOL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FJ03 EOL, 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 FJ03 EOL registered?

FJ03 EOL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is FJ03 EOL safe to buy?

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