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GJ52 BWG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,456 mi
Last recorded85,456 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 BWG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 85,456 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 85,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 83,432 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 83,432 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ply or cords can be seen/felt (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ply or cords can be seen/felt (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 78,195 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 77,010 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lamps deteriorated recommend polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 77,010 miles

Offside Rear Brake drum contaminated suspected cylinder leak (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lamps deteriorated recommend polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 76,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc corroded

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

Offside Front Brake disc corroded

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Sep 2017 76,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc corroded

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc corroded

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 74,644 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 71,065 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 66,970 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 62,943 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2011 55,353 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 49,636 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 43,611 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 43,611 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 36,905 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 31,259 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 23,893 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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GJ52 BWG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ52 BWG, 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 GJ52 BWG registered?

GJ52 BWG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 January 2003.

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