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GP03 BYR

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,238 mi
Last recorded34,238 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 BYR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 34,238 miles

both front brakes binding on slightly

drivers front outer tyre wall damaged

Pass 5 Jun 2014 31,411 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 31,411 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2013 28,693 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 28,693 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 26,200 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

nearside front tyre has small cuts on outer wall not to cords

Fail 12 Jun 2012 26,200 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

nearside front tyre has small cuts on outer wall not to cords

Pass 10 Jun 2011 23,221 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 19,902 miles

nearside front tyre slight cuts outer wall

Fail 14 Jun 2010 19,840 miles

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

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

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

nearside front tyre slight cuts outer wall

Pass 13 Jun 2009 16,213 miles

n/s/f tyre has a slight tear

Pass 13 Jun 2008 12,861 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,207 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 9,207 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2006 7,296 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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GP03 BYR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GP03 BYR, 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 GP03 BYR registered?

GP03 BYR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is GP03 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP03 BYR shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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