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LK03 BWE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

59,548 mi
Last recorded59,548 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 BWE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 59,548 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jan 2023 59,534 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Jan 2022 57,517 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 54,716 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 52,832 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 48,303 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Jan 2019 48,303 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Outer Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 44,086 miles

Both front wishbone rear compliance bushes are splitting, but not leading to excess movement.

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 38,208 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 32,440 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,377 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,826 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 28,709 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 28,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 26,570 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 24,172 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 24,172 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 21,310 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 17,971 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 17,971 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 14,542 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 11,114 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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LK03 BWE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LK03 BWE, 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 LK03 BWE registered?

LK03 BWE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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