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OE03 ZTM

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

177,954 mi
Last recorded177,954 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 ZTM
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2021 177,954 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

Pass 10 Apr 2020 167,490 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 150,209 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamps deteriorated

Fail 1 Apr 2019 150,209 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamps deteriorated

Nearside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 137,004 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 119,836 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine management light on

Pass 24 Mar 2016 104,360 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front and rear (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 95,570 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 95,570 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 86,498 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2013 81,299 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 72,743 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 62,815 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 60,602 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 56,797 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 43,967 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,157 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,305 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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OE03 ZTM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OE03 ZTM, 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 OE03 ZTM registered?

OE03 ZTM is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 July 2003.

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