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NK03 VFT

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

107,237 mi
Last recorded107,237 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 VFT
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 107,237 miles

Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 99,684 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 95,677 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 95,675 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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 90,956 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2015 90,956 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 84,086 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Apr 2014 84,086 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 76,518 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 76,518 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 67,722 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 67,722 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2011 58,838 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 52,006 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2010 52,006 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 45,357 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 38,880 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 32,829 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 26,457 miles

rear number plate peeling

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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NK03 VFT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 NK03 VFT, 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 NK03 VFT registered?

NK03 VFT is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 May 2003.

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