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PL03 GZZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,347 mi
Last recorded61,347 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 GZZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 61,347 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 58,342 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 58,342 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

front offside tyre worn on the inner edge

rear nearside tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 28 Jun 2014 54,548 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 50,415 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 43,815 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 39,526 miles

Both front wipers very noisy

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 35,179 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 30,049 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 30,049 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 25,209 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 21,239 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 16,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 16,152 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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PL03 GZZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PL03 GZZ, 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 PL03 GZZ registered?

PL03 GZZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is PL03 GZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 GZZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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