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LK03 BYA

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

122,947 mi
Last recorded122,947 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 BYA
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 122,947 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear brakes slightly tight

rear exhaust slightly rusted

Fail 17 May 2016 122,947 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear brakes slightly tight

rear exhaust slightly rusted

Pass 14 May 2015 112,320 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 112,320 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2014 109,532 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 105,484 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 100,529 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 94,247 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 87,905 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 81,077 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 81,077 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2008 75,043 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Jul 2007 59,668 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 59,668 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 42,861 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 42,861 miles

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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LK03 BYA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LK03 BYA, 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 BYA registered?

LK03 BYA is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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