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FM03 VZR

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

76,850 mi
Last recorded76,850 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 VZR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 76,850 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2018 76,443 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2017 75,746 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2016 74,615 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2015 70,818 miles

Centre Lower undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2014 65,311 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 61,217 miles

nearside rear tyre cut in sidewall

Pass 7 Aug 2012 55,164 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 48,492 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 42,756 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 37,085 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2008 31,257 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 31,257 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 25,219 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 19,959 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 VZR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VZR, 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 VZR registered?

FM03 VZR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is FM03 VZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 VZR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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