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SF03 ZDD

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

115,707 mi
Last recorded115,707 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 ZDD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 115,707 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 109,420 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2015 109,377 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 103,656 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 103,654 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 97,080 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 97,080 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front tyres close to limits

Pass 8 Nov 2012 98,633 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 87,764 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 87,762 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 75,984 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 75,984 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 61,384 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 61,383 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 50,376 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 39,308 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 39,308 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 28,437 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 26,318 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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SF03 ZDD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZDD, 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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SF03 ZDD is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 May 2003.

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