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GK03 LUA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,771 mi
Last recorded153,771 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 LUA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 153,771 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 153,771 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 146,944 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 11 Aug 2018 146,944 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 136,395 miles

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

parking brake only just met the requirements of 16%

Pass 17 Aug 2016 131,295 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 131,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 120,401 miles

slight play in front v links,

slight play in sterring,

tyres worn on edges,

Fail 20 Jul 2015 120,401 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight play in front v links,

slight play in sterring,

tyres worn on edges,

Pass 28 Jul 2014 107,889 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 93,323 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 93,315 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 79,989 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 79,986 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 68,612 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 68,609 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 60,021 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 51,294 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 42,731 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 35,618 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 26,666 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 LUA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GK03 LUA, 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 LUA registered?

GK03 LUA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 19 August 2003.

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