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FJ03 GCU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,518 mi
Last recorded98,518 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 GCU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 98,518 miles

surface corrosion to exhaust system

brake ferrels corroded

front brake discs corroded and worn

offside front fog light inop

rear axle bushes starting to perish and unbond

Pass 11 Feb 2016 96,292 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

slight lip and corrosion to front brake discs

Fail 10 Feb 2016 96,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Feb 2015 93,702 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 93,702 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 91,916 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

corrosion to exhaust

Pass 11 Feb 2013 88,685 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 78,286 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 64,423 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 64,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Feb 2010 56,208 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 50,622 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 43,169 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 35,664 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 35,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 27,333 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 GCU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GCU, 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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FJ03 GCU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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