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GJ52 PBF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,005 mi
Last recorded97,005 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 PBF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 97,005 miles

windscreen chipped

Fail 11 Oct 2017 97,005 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

offside front brake binding slightly

windscreen chipped

Pass 3 Oct 2016 90,521 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 Oct 2015 88,640 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 88,640 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 15 Oct 2014 87,006 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 30 Sep 2013 83,899 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 83,894 miles

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 80,823 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 66,379 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 53,061 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 38,706 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 23,926 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall deteriorating

Pass 25 Oct 2007 10,949 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 8,333 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 6,439 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 PBF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc 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 GJ52 PBF, 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 PBF registered?

GJ52 PBF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is GJ52 PBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ52 PBF 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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