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FJ03 FZT

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,540 mi
Last recorded98,540 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 FZT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 98,540 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2021 98,540 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 87,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside 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 23 Jan 2019 78,400 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 72,070 miles

exhaust corroded at rear

Pass 16 Jan 2017 62,794 miles

exhaust corroded at rear

undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Jan 2017 62,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust corroded at rear

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2016 46,881 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 44,815 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 42,034 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 39,236 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 39,236 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 36,839 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Pass 28 Apr 2011 33,796 miles

bushes fitted incorrectly

Fail 19 Apr 2011 33,709 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,384 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 30,952 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 26,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2007 22,746 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 17,647 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 FZT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FZT, 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 FZT registered?

FJ03 FZT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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