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OV03 MLJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,757 mi
Last recorded85,757 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 MLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 85,757 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both just past aim (4.1.4 (b))

exhaust deterated

Pass 17 Oct 2018 79,948 miles

both front headlamps lens deterated

Pass 5 Oct 2017 72,338 miles

Oil leak ()

engine man. light on

Fail 5 Oct 2017 72,337 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak ()

engine man. light on

Pass 11 Oct 2016 63,942 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 63,941 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 53,850 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 53,850 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 45,669 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 36,886 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 29,751 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 28,671 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 25,860 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 23,582 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 20,595 miles

replace front wiper blades.

Pass 12 Mar 2007 16,728 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 16,728 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 13,598 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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OV03 MLJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OV03 MLJ, 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 OV03 MLJ registered?

OV03 MLJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 22 April 2003.

Is OV03 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 MLJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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