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PL03 HBN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,311 mi
Last recorded152,311 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HBN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 152,311 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2017 152,311 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 142,646 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 132,902 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 121,096 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2013 109,840 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2012
Pass 26 Aug 2011 89,764 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 76,019 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 73,954 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 73,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 69,824 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 63,945 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 52,870 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 34,387 miles

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

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

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 HBN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HBN, 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 HBN registered?

PL03 HBN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is PL03 HBN safe to buy?

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