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MW03 GLF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

102,100 mi
Last recorded102,100 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 GLF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 102,100 miles

both front headlamps misted

Pass 15 Jul 2015 96,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

corrosion to exhaust system

Fail 13 Jul 2015 96,934 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

coolant leak

corrosion to exhaust system

engine management light on

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm on inner edge

nearside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 22 Jul 2014 92,139 miles

underbody covered

Pass 9 Jan 2014 88,485 miles

Steering fault light on

Back box exhaust corroded

Engine fault light on

Fail 7 Jan 2014 88,481 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering fault light on

Back box exhaust corroded

Engine fault light on

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 80,286 miles

o/s side wheel binding

Fail 11 Jan 2013 80,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

o/s side wheel binding

Pass 20 Jan 2012 72,270 miles

engine managment light on

Fail 20 Jan 2012 72,270 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

engine managment light on

Pass 29 Dec 2010 60,810 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 47,741 miles

front brake discs worn

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Jan 2009 36,249 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly.

Pass 11 Jan 2008 25,829 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 25,829 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 19,377 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 15,199 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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MW03 GLF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 MW03 GLF, 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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MW03 GLF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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