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SF03 WTP

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

71,057 mi
Last recorded71,057 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 WTP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 71,057 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2025 69,462 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

sills are heavily coated making inspection difficult

Pass 4 Jul 2024 68,147 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 66,544 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 66,544 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2022 64,903 miles

All rear suspension arms and axle corroded

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 62,798 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 62,798 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 61,467 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear axle corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2019 60,431 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 58,648 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 57,042 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 57,042 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 54,981 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 51,747 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 51,747 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 49,001 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 49,001 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 49,795 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 41,918 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 41,918 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 37,890 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 33,731 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 33,731 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 29,875 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 26,518 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 26,518 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 23,221 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 19,824 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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SF03 WTP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 SF03 WTP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF03 WTP registered?

SF03 WTP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is SF03 WTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 WTP shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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