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LK03 PBY

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

52,968 mi
Last recorded52,968 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 PBY
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014 52,968 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 52,965 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 47,476 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 47,476 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 42,788 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 42,624 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 40,978 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 36,099 miles

front discs worn

front pads worn

Fail 15 Oct 2010 36,036 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 28,390 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 21,258 miles

near side rear tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 9 May 2007 12,122 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 10,290 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 PBY is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PBY, 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 PBY registered?

LK03 PBY is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is LK03 PBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 PBY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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