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OU03 VGJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,907 mi
Last recorded99,907 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VGJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 99,907 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 99,907 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 98,274 miles

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

both headlamp lenses in poor condition and patterns indistinct

nearside rear tyre worn on edge

rear silencer in poor conditions

Fail 27 Jun 2018 98,268 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both headlamp lenses in poor condition and patterns indistinct

nearside rear tyre worn on edge

rear silencer in poor conditions

Pass 23 Jun 2017 97,464 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 91,904 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 91,904 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 86,870 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 82,144 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 77,326 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 68,367 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 62,206 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 62,206 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 54,390 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 47,128 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 34,659 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 26,796 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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OU03 VGJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OU03 VGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU03 VGJ registered?

OU03 VGJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 March 2003.

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The MOT history for OU03 VGJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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