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SP03 HCG

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,497 mi
Last recorded97,497 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 97,497 miles

centre exhaust mounting slight corrosion

Pass 7 Nov 2016 96,675 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 96,675 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 95,788 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 95,788 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 3 Nov 2014 95,035 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight bind nearside rear brake

Pass 4 Nov 2013 964,251 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 93,421 miles

eng man light on

Pass 31 Oct 2011 92,711 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 91,945 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 80,323 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 80,323 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 66,856 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 12 Nov 2007 52,472 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both front wishbone bushes splitting

both number plates deteriorating

both rear tyres splitting in tread area and nail in offside

service light on

surface corrosion on exhaust system

Pass 30 Aug 2006 35,466 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 HCG is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HCG, 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 HCG registered?

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

Is SP03 HCG safe to buy?

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