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SP03 FHR

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

112,128 mi
Last recorded112,128 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 FHR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 112,128 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 112,128 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 98,686 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 98,686 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 86,539 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 86,528 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 86,220 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Dec 2014 86,220 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2013 81,072 miles

rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 3 Dec 2012 73,996 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2012 73,993 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 66,464 miles

both front brake discs are corroding over braking surfaces.

nearside mirror glass damaged.

Pass 30 Nov 2010 61,841 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 61,841 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 56,531 miles

nearside front tyre wearing at edge.

nearside front wheel rim dented.

Pass 18 Dec 2008 50,399 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 50,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 41,983 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 34,167 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 34,167 miles

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)

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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SP03 FHR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SP03 FHR, 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 SP03 FHR registered?

SP03 FHR is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is SP03 FHR safe to buy?

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