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GL52 TBO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,066 mi
Last recorded91,066 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 TBO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 91,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre non repairable area

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre non repairable area

Fail 23 Jul 2026 91,037 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre non repairable area

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre non repairable area

Pass 24 Jul 2025 87,017 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 87,015 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure needs joint sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick down to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 81,492 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 76,668 miles

corrosion rear box

Pass 16 Aug 2022 71,619 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 70,188 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 68,264 miles

rust in offside front lower wing

Pass 2 Aug 2019 65,472 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 65,472 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60-14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2018 63,005 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 61,058 miles

Offside Front Inner edge wearing uneven and has small split in tyre no canvas showing when inspeced

Offside Front outer door corroding

Rear exhaust box outer metal skin corroding still secure and not blowing when inspected

Pass 21 Jan 2016 56,584 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 21 Jan 2016 56,584 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2015 52,659 miles

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Jan 2014 49,524 miles

Rear Back box exhaust rusted, but no leak of exhaust gases

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2013 45,498 miles

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Jan 2012 41,239 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 41,239 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 36,963 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

rear wiper is broken

Pass 29 Jan 2010 32,233 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 27,606 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 27,606 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 23,136 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 23,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 18,062 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 13,548 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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GL52 TBO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 GL52 TBO, 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 GL52 TBO registered?

GL52 TBO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 January 2003.

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