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OV03 MVF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,321 mi
Last recorded134,321 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 MVF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 134,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust silencer casing corroded

Rear shocker bump stops fallen down

front brake discs lipped

Pass 16 Sep 2015 127,011 miles

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER WEAK AND CORRODED

Fail 10 Sep 2014 119,791 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 119,791 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 111,681 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 102,116 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 18,538 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 18,538 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 92,287 miles

both rear bump stops fallen down

front brake discs and pads in poor condition

Pass 6 Sep 2010 83,177 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 74,575 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 74,553 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2008 63,165 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 33,124 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 33,124 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 MVF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MVF, 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 MVF registered?

OV03 MVF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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