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KX03 JNK

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,760 mi
Last recorded93,760 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 JNK
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 93,760 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cut in tread

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Fail 20 Apr 2016 93,705 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve? (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced lens (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced lens (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cut in tread

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2015 89,809 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Apr 2015 89,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2014 85,367 miles

Oil leak

corrosion on exhaust

headlamps fading

rear brakes uneven

wear on discs

Fail 5 Jun 2014 85,367 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

corrosion on exhaust

headlamps fading

rear brakes uneven

wear on discs

Pass 29 Aug 2012 69,655 miles

M.I.L light lit on the dashboard

Oil leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both exhaust silencer skins flaking,and sections joining clamps weakening by corrosion,though intact at time of test

both front tyres worn shoulders,and close to legal limit in areas

both headlamp lenses misting

both rear shock absorber top dirt covers detatched from there mountings

Fail 28 Aug 2012 69,655 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

M.I.L light lit on the dashboard

Oil leak

both exhaust silencer skins flaking,and sections joining clamps weakening by corrosion,though intact at time of test

both front tyres worn shoulders,and close to legal limit in areas

both headlamp lenses misting

both rear shock absorber top dirt covers detatched from there mountings

Pass 2 Aug 2011 61,004 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres have shoulder wear

offside rear shock absorber top dirt cover detatched

Pass 23 Aug 2010 55,460 miles

offside rear road wheel slightly stiff to rotate,and unable to feel for any harshness

offside rear shock absorber top dirt cover detatched

Pass 26 Aug 2009 50,402 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)

slight binde to offside rear brake

Fail 26 Aug 2009 50,402 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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)

slight binde to offside rear brake

Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,568 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 36,432 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 28,302 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 28,276 miles

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

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

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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KX03 JNK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver 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 KX03 JNK, 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 KX03 JNK registered?

KX03 JNK is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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