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GX03 SFF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,152 mi
Last recorded73,152 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 SFF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 73,152 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 73,152 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 67,328 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 57,689 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 57,689 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 49,519 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

air bag warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 19 Jun 2012 49,519 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

air bag warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 5 May 2011 38,054 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 35,942 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 32,682 miles

front brake pads getting low

Fail 25 Feb 2009 32,682 miles

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 5 Mar 2008 27,651 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 27,651 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise wheel alignment needs attention (toeing out)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 22,378 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 17,483 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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GX03 SFF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green 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 GX03 SFF, 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 GX03 SFF registered?

GX03 SFF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GX03 SFF safe to buy?

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