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FY03 WUD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,069 mi
Last recorded73,069 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 WUD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2014 73,069 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 73,069 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 63,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brakes binding

Pass 2 Sep 2013 63,157 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brakes binding

Pass 12 Sep 2012 59,662 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 59,661 miles

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2011 53,931 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 48,227 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 43,012 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 31,385 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 19,670 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 19,670 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 8,961 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 7,394 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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FY03 WUD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY03 WUD, 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 FY03 WUD registered?

FY03 WUD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is FY03 WUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 WUD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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