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FM03 VZB

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

75,505 mi
Last recorded75,505 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 VZB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 75,505 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 75,505 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 66,693 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 51,740 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 39,134 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Oct 2015 34,320 miles

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

em light on

Fail 26 Oct 2015 34,320 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

em light on

Pass 29 Oct 2014 30,460 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 25,871 miles

ADVICE both side front tyre wearing inner edge

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 23,419 miles

advice both side front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 11 Oct 2011 13,912 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 4,795 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 4,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 3,996 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 3,626 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,957 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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FM03 VZB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver 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 FM03 VZB, 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 FM03 VZB registered?

FM03 VZB is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is FM03 VZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 VZB 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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