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SP03 GKJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,083 mi
Last recorded92,083 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 GKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 92,083 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 88,726 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 88,726 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 86,062 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 83,650 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 80,512 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 80,512 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 77,191 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 73,262 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 73,262 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2011 70,134 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 66,887 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 63,555 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 58,326 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 41,482 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,504 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 GKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol 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 SP03 GKJ, 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 GKJ registered?

SP03 GKJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is SP03 GKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 GKJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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