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MF52 PDV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

72,337 mi
Last recorded72,337 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 PDV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 72,337 miles

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

under trays fitted and obscuring under side components

Fail 12 Dec 2018 72,334 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

under tray fitted unable to test testable items

Pass 6 Dec 2017 71,400 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 70,632 miles

o/s & n/s front brakes slightly binding

Fail 25 Nov 2016 70,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.8.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.8.B.1)

o/s & n/s front brakes slightly binding

Pass 30 Nov 2015 69,389 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 69,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 67,895 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 67,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 66,465 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 26 Nov 2013 66,445 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 64,707 miles

power steering warning light on intermittently

Fail 29 Nov 2012 64,692 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

power steering warning light on intermittently

Pass 6 Dec 2011 63,252 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 63,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 61,689 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 61,689 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 60,674 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 59,839 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 59,018 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 57,460 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 57,433 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 54,720 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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MF52 PDV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 MF52 PDV, 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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MF52 PDV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 February 2003.

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