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MC03 LZJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,306 mi
Last recorded63,306 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC03 LZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 63,306 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2018 62,721 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2017 62,198 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 61,428 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough

Pass 27 Jun 2015 60,391 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2014 59,080 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2013 57,317 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 22 Jun 2013 57,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 15 Jun 2012 54,618 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2011 51,486 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 47,786 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 47,786 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 44,781 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 41,462 miles

both front tyres wearing un-even on inner edge

Pass 8 Jun 2007 38,061 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 34,753 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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MC03 LZJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MC03 LZJ, 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 MC03 LZJ registered?

MC03 LZJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 August 2003.

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