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VU03 UJV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,950 mi
Last recorded74,950 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 UJV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 74,950 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 71,582 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 68,989 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 67,598 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 64,182 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 61,046 miles

Headlights starting to discolour

Nearside front tyre sidewall perished

Offside rear brake starting to bind

Offside rear tyre wearing on edge

Pass 28 Aug 2018 59,295 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 57,319 miles

cracks in offside front tyre

Pass 24 Aug 2016 55,364 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre worn on edge

Fail 24 Aug 2016 55,362 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 25 Aug 2015 53,478 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 49,275 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 20 Sep 2013 44,342 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Sep 2012 38,882 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 38,882 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 29,343 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,011 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 16,255 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 9,939 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 9,820 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 8,554 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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VU03 UJV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 VU03 UJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU03 UJV?

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What year was VU03 UJV registered?

VU03 UJV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is VU03 UJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 UJV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU03 UJV have outstanding finance?

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