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LX03 FWH

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

76,950 mi
Last recorded76,950 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 FWH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 76,950 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 76,950 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))

Offside 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 73,750 miles

N/S/F outer constant velocity joint boot leaking a small amount of grease

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 70,324 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 63,652 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 59,214 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Power steering warning light came on during test. Now off

Pass 11 Mar 2021 54,587 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 54,587 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 51,724 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (not testable area) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 48,347 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge - 165/70/14 81T (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 48,347 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer pipe split/3-way splitter broken (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge - 165/70/14 81T (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 44,462 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 44,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 40,277 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 36,352 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 31,600 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front lower arm bushes worn will need replacing

Pass 12 Mar 2014 26,832 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 25,125 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 23,805 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 21,959 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 20,476 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 18,126 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 15,531 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 13,581 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 10,665 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 FWH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FWH, 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 LX03 FWH registered?

LX03 FWH is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is LX03 FWH safe to buy?

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