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MV03 DLX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,732 mi
Last recorded121,732 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 DLX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 121,732 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 121,732 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 115,224 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 109,478 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 99,140 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 95,299 miles

exhaust system is very rusty in places.

front suspension arms etc are very rusty.

undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some test items.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 88,032 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

back box outer skin corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2015 80,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both headlamp lenses deterioroated, but still able to get good image

exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2015 80,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both headlamp lenses deterioroated, but still able to get good image

exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2014 74,085 miles

clutch worn

Fail 19 Jun 2014 74,085 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

clutch worn

Pass 18 Jun 2013 71,692 miles

exhaust system corroded and deteriorated

Pass 12 Jun 2012 69,745 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 69,745 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nail in shoulder of nearside rear tyre,punctured

offside front tyre low tread inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2011 66,750 miles

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

nearside rear shockabsorber boot deteriorated

Fail 15 Jun 2011 66,750 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

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

nearside rear shockabsorber boot deteriorated

Pass 8 Jun 2010 62,815 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 58,581 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 54,480 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 54,480 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 48,666 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 36,506 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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MV03 DLX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MV03 DLX, 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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MV03 DLX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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