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FJ03 FYT

2003 Skoda Fabia

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,771 mi
Last recorded59,771 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 FYT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2017 59,771 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Coolant leak ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% dim (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust back box outer skin corrroded

exhaust flexi poor condition

Pass 26 Aug 2016 47,893 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 35,645 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 31,297 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 25,845 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 19,274 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 19,274 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 8,720 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 8,393 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 7,825 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,409 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 7,409 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2007 6,825 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 6,825 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2006 5,781 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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FJ03 FYT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FYT, 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 FYT registered?

FJ03 FYT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 13 May 2003.

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