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MV03 HLX

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,830 mi
Last recorded56,830 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 HLX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 56,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 56,673 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 53,002 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 10 May 2014 49,236 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 44,970 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2012 43,217 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2012 43,176 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2011 34,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 28,204 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2009 24,244 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 20,195 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 16,203 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,126 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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MV03 HLX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HLX, 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 MV03 HLX registered?

MV03 HLX is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is MV03 HLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 HLX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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