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VU03 ZZS

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

32,720 mi
Last recorded32,720 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 ZZS
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 32,720 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 29,451 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 26,520 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 26,172 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 25,716 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 3 May 2017 25,142 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 25,142 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 9 May 2016 24,478 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 23,671 miles

rear wash not working

Fail 6 May 2015 23,671 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear wash not working

Pass 22 May 2014 22,919 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 21,938 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 20,990 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 20,990 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 20,099 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 May 2010 19,274 miles

exhaust rear corroded

front tyre sidewalls perished 165 70 14 t

rear tyres worn on edges & sidewalls perished

Fail 11 May 2010 19,274 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

exhaust rear corroded

front tyre sidewalls perished 165 70 14 t

rear tyres worn on edges & sidewalls perished

Pass 11 May 2009 17,612 miles

all tyre sidewalls slightly deteriorated

front discs slightly worn

front tyres slightly worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 30 Apr 2008 14,775 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 14,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2007 11,977 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 9,091 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 ZZS is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VU03 ZZS, 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

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What year was VU03 ZZS registered?

VU03 ZZS is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is VU03 ZZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 ZZS shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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