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LX03 FVT

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

137,300 mi
Last recorded137,300 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 FVT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 137,300 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2025 137,300 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested both (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 122,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil level low

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

Fail 15 Nov 2024 122,397 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil level low

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 113,839 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 14 Nov 2023 113,737 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 100,595 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 88,022 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 88,021 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 87,753 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 85,775 miles

Central Rear number plate damage

Pass 18 Mar 2019 82,159 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 78,627 miles

Rear number plate damage

Pass 15 Mar 2017 74,031 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 68,778 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 65,366 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 59,616 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,992 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 48,281 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 42,957 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 42,957 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 38,578 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 34,409 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 29,910 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 24,104 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 17,277 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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LX03 FVT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 LX03 FVT, 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 LX03 FVT registered?

LX03 FVT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is LX03 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 FVT shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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