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FJ03 LGU

2003 Skoda Fabia

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,311 mi
Last recorded82,311 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 LGU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Feb 2019 82,311 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect front light lens cloudy (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

park light dim on dash

Pass 21 Jul 2017 78,938 miles

engine cover fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 19 Jul 2016 76,855 miles

exhaust rear section corroded.

Fail 11 Jul 2016 76,855 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust rear section corroded.

Pass 13 Jul 2015 62,730 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 52,966 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 52,966 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

centre exhaust clamp corroded

nearside rear tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 8 Jul 2013 43,746 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 38,779 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 34,795 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 31,144 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 27,666 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 24,693 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 17,751 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 5,632 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 5,114 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 LGU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LGU, 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

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What year was FJ03 LGU registered?

FJ03 LGU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is FJ03 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 LGU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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