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FJ03 LHF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

81,146 mi
Last recorded81,146 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 LHF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 81,146 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 80,361 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 80,361 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 79,544 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 79,527 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Apr 2019 76,519 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyre's (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 76,422 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyre's (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 72,849 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both Sides Front (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Front Back Bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2018 72,849 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both Sides Front (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Front Back Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side light to (1.3.2f)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 69,722 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 66,448 miles

sljght engine oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2015 63,130 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 59,612 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 56,525 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 53,481 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 49,560 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 45,634 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)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 40,733 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 35,744 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 29,554 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 23,251 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 LHF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LHF, 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 LHF registered?

FJ03 LHF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is FJ03 LHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 LHF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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