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HY03 DMU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,271 mi
Last recorded107,271 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 DMU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 107,271 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 107,271 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 104,434 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 103,332 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 102,107 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 100,357 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 95,926 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 83,939 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 83,939 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 85,338 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 13 Aug 2015 85,338 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 80,587 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 74,425 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 74,426 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 74,427 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 67,879 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 61,324 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 55,004 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 47,960 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 40,118 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 31,495 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 23,731 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HY03 DMU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HY03 DMU, 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 HY03 DMU registered?

HY03 DMU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 9 August 2003.

Is HY03 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY03 DMU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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