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GN03 XJC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

122,635 mi
Last recorded122,635 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 XJC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 122,635 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

exhaust box outer skin deteriorating

Fail 28 Apr 2016 122,635 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

exhaust box outer skin deteriorating

Pass 8 May 2015 117,091 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2014 109,705 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 99,246 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 99,246 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 83,563 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 73,133 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Play in front suspension bushes

Pass 29 Jul 2010 64,849 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 57,107 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 57,107 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 42,093 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Apr 2008 42,093 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jun 2007 31,026 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 31,026 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 30,148 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 25,330 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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GN03 XJC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GN03 XJC, 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 GN03 XJC registered?

GN03 XJC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 26 April 2003.

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