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NK03 VJV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

116,359 mi
Last recorded116,359 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 VJV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 116,359 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 116,359 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 111,540 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 111,540 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 106,189 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 106,189 miles

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 100,865 miles

back box corroded

slight cracking to nearside rear tyre

Fail 12 Aug 2013 100,865 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

back box corroded

slight cracking to nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2012 94,163 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 86,998 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 86,998 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 78,857 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 78,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 67,839 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 67,832 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 58,523 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 46,565 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 32,656 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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NK03 VJV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 VJV, 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 VJV registered?

NK03 VJV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 21 August 2003.

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