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HW52 FLN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,625 mi
Last recorded71,625 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 FLN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2015 71,625 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2015 71,552 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 65,956 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 65,860 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 59,681 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 59,665 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 51,635 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 44,800 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 38,615 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 38,615 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 27,577 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 20,598 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 18,757 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 14,531 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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HW52 FLN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HW52 FLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HW52 FLN?

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What year was HW52 FLN registered?

HW52 FLN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is HW52 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW52 FLN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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