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SV03 FFZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

162,762 mi
Last recorded162,762 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 FFZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 162,762 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 151,880 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 136,660 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 121,497 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 109,283 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 102,303 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 94,335 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2013 86,618 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 80,069 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 73,129 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 66,809 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 66,809 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 59,195 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 52,350 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 44,100 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 36,592 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 31,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

both rear tyres worn on inside edges.

Pass 24 Apr 2006 31,409 miles

both rear tyres worn on inside edges.

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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SV03 FFZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SV03 FFZ, 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 SV03 FFZ registered?

SV03 FFZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is SV03 FFZ safe to buy?

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