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GK03 KVG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,461 mi
Last recorded87,461 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 KVG
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 87,461 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advise exhaust corroded.

advise full brake check --travel on hand brake+low effort n/s/r.

advise n/s+o/s front arms- bushes starting to perish.

Fail 22 Jul 2017 87,275 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advise exhaust corroded.

advise full brake check --travel on hand brake+low effort n/s/r.

advise n/s+o/s front arms- bushes starting to perish.

Pass 23 Jul 2016 79,252 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit change asap+nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

advise exhaust corroded+front flexy pipe

advise rear number plate starting to fade.

Fail 18 Jul 2015 70,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise exhaust corroded + front flexy very slight blow.

advise rear number plate starting to fade.

advise rear tyres worn+starting to perish.

Pass 18 Jul 2015 70,085 miles

advise exhaust corroded + front flexy very slight blow.

advise rear number plate starting to fade.

advise rear tyres worn+starting to perish.

Pass 16 Jul 2014 63,348 miles

Outer Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise o/s/r tyre worn+perished oe 2003

advise rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 6 Jul 2013 59,433 miles

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

advise front pipe+rear exhaust corroded.

advise n/s+o/s front wishbone arm bushes starting to perish+split.

advise o/s/f c/v boot starting to perish

advise rear number plate starting to fade

Pass 28 Jul 2012 54,369 miles

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)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 54,367 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 44,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 33,171 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 29,018 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 29,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 23,617 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 19,378 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 15,610 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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GK03 KVG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 GK03 KVG, 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 GK03 KVG registered?

GK03 KVG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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