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FJ03 GGE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

79,609 mi
Last recorded79,609 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 79,609 miles

Coolant leak ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

reversing lamps not workng

Pass 19 Oct 2017 70,596 miles

Rear exhaust section deteriorated

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

Fail 18 Oct 2017 70,596 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear exhaust section deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2016 62,341 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 62,335 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

BOTH REAR ABS SENSORS DISCONECTED

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 59,314 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 54,192 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

the rear exhaust box cuver is rusty

Fail 4 Nov 2013 47,959 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 47,959 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 42,821 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 36,355 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,816 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 31,149 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 26,826 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 23,987 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 20,023 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,397 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 GGE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 GGE, 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 GGE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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