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PA03 BXL

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,624 mi
Last recorded93,624 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA03 BXL
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 93,624 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 91,820 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 91,804 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 90,170 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 88,636 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2021 87,193 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 84,031 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 79,467 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 75,917 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 34,791 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 29,216 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 23,377 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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PA03 BXL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PA03 BXL, 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 PA03 BXL registered?

PA03 BXL is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is PA03 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA03 BXL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PA03 BXL have outstanding finance?

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