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LJ03 LZN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,371 mi
Last recorded35,371 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 LZN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 35,371 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 35,264 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021 32,470 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2021 32,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 31,557 miles

CUT IN SIDEWALL OF NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE...

FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 30,928 miles

CUT IN SIDEWALL OF NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE...

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 29,661 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 28,469 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 27,796 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 26,667 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 25,300 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 23,588 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 22,092 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 20,483 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 18,526 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 16,534 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 14,367 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 12,421 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 10,000 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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LJ03 LZN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LJ03 LZN, 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

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What year was LJ03 LZN registered?

LJ03 LZN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 LZN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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