CarVerify

Free Car Check

MF52 UTT

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1397cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,326 mi
Last recorded91,326 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 UTT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 91,326 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 89,046 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded but not leaking

Pass 21 Mar 2013 80,190 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 80,190 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust section is corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2012 75,669 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 75,669 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 70,263 miles

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

offside rear slightly binding

Fail 1 Jul 2011 70,263 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

offside rear slightly binding

Pass 29 Jun 2010 60,906 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jun 2010 60,903 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2009 54,015 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 54,015 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 38,744 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 34,201 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 34,201 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 25,577 miles

FRONT TYRES LOW TREAD AND UNEVEN WEAR POSSIBLE FRONT WHEEL MALIGNMENT.

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
Full Skoda Fabia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MF52 UTT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 UTT, 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

How do I check the history of MF52 UTT?

You can check the full history of MF52 UTT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MF52 UTT registered?

MF52 UTT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is MF52 UTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 UTT shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF52 UTT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MF52 UTT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.