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SP03 FHW

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,000 mi
Last recorded58,000 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 FHW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 58,000 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 10 Dec 2019 58,000 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 55,809 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 55,809 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre joining sleeve rotten (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens badly scratched and no beam pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens badly scratched and no beam pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 47,826 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 40,117 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 36,312 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 31,619 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 26,831 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 21,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 16,098 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 10,805 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 4,886 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 3,878 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 3,569 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 3,262 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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SP03 FHW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SP03 FHW, 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 FHW registered?

SP03 FHW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is SP03 FHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 FHW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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