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HW03 EXH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,783 mi
Last recorded98,783 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 EXH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2018 98,783 miles

Exhaust Surface Corrosion

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S & O/S (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Undertrays Conceal Underbody Components

Pass 3 May 2016 80,437 miles

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

both head light lens poor

Pass 4 Apr 2015 59,578 miles

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

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

nearside rear bump stop has fallen apart

offside rear bump stop perished

Fail 4 Apr 2015 59,578 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside rear bump stop has fallen apart

offside rear bump stop perished

Pass 11 Apr 2014 46,576 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 44,201 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 41,287 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 38,364 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 35,443 miles

NSR tyre tread distorted

OSR and NSR axle mounting bushes worn

Pass 20 Apr 2009 32,028 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 29,044 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 29,043 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 25,414 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2006 19,459 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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HW03 EXH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HW03 EXH, 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 HW03 EXH registered?

HW03 EXH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is HW03 EXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW03 EXH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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