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GX03 SKJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

122,473 mi
Last recorded122,473 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 SKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 122,473 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2015 122,473 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2014 111,327 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 100,502 miles

both wiper blades perished

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 24 Apr 2013 100,411 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both wiper blades perished

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 24 Apr 2012 91,608 miles

rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 28 Mar 2011 83,098 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Front anti-roll bar side movement collars loose.

Front wipers smearing slightly.

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding.

Reversing lamps not working.

Pass 14 Apr 2010 72,706 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Offside front suspension lower arm rear bush deteriorated.

Slight to moderate sideways movement in front anti roll bar.

Fail 12 Apr 2010 72,706 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid level low.

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Engine management lamp on.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight to moderate sideways movement in front anti roll bar.

Whirring noise from underbonnet. Advise further investigation.

Pass 22 Apr 2009 66,909 miles

Corrosion to lower engine coolant pipe.

Fluid sweat from clutch master cylinder union.

Front suspension lower arm rear bushes deteriorated, particularly nearside.

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

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

Wear ridges on front brake discs.

Pass 15 Apr 2008 57,771 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 57,771 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2007 48,211 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 48,211 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 36,095 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 36,095 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 SKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SKJ, 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 SKJ registered?

GX03 SKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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