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LX03 FWM

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

98,182 mi
Last recorded98,182 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 FWM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 98,182 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2017 82,590 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 80,643 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 80,611 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 78,614 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 78,614 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 76,130 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Mar 2014 76,130 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn low on both shoulders

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2013 73,679 miles

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

engine oil levle excessive (ungent)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2012 71,000 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2011 64,568 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 59,941 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 54,030 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 53,981 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 47,318 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 39,543 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 31,832 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 FWM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FWM, 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 FWM registered?

LX03 FWM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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The MOT history for LX03 FWM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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