CarVerify

Free Car Check

FJ03 FYE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

4,459 mi
Last recorded4,459 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 FYE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 4,459 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 4,459 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2018

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 4,400 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some componets

Fail 12 Jun 2017 4,400 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

under trays fitted obscuring some componets

Pass 7 Jun 2016 4,343 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 4,343 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 4,004 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 3,949 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 3,949 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 17 May 2013 3,816 miles

Front Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 3,816 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 3,697 miles

Nearside and offside front brake discs corroded.

Pass 16 May 2011 3,471 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 3,339 miles

Nearside and offside front brake discs slightly.pitted.

Pass 12 Jun 2009 3,179 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 2,746 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 2,409 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 1,810 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
Full Skoda Fabia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FJ03 FYE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 FJ03 FYE, 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

How do I check the history of FJ03 FYE?

You can check the full history of FJ03 FYE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FJ03 FYE registered?

FJ03 FYE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is FJ03 FYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 FYE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ03 FYE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FJ03 FYE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.