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VX03 BFF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,327 mi
Last recorded81,327 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 BFF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 81,327 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 69,839 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 69,839 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 67,459 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 60,743 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 54,968 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,564 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 44,788 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 38,967 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 33,838 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2005 33,832 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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VX03 BFF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VX03 BFF, 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 VX03 BFF registered?

VX03 BFF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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