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VX03 CXU

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,828 mi
Last recorded90,828 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 CXU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2020 90,828 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 81,137 miles

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

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))

Fail 19 Dec 2018 81,137 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 72,766 miles

both headlight images poor

front brake pads well thin

front brakes out of balance

n/s/r tyre close to limit

Fail 8 Nov 2017 72,756 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both headlight images poor

front brake pads well thin

front brakes out of balance

n/s/r tyre close to limit

Pass 20 Oct 2016 63,873 miles

both front brake hoses started to perish

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

offside head light image poor

parking brake efficiency poor 18%

Fail 13 Oct 2016 63,578 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

both front brake hoses started to perish

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f wheel started to bind

parking brake efficiency poor 18%

some play in both front link pins

Pass 21 Oct 2015 54,877 miles

Nearside Front and o/s/f headlamp lens deteriorating/images

Nearside Rear tyre V slight mis-shaping

Pass 28 Oct 2014 45,075 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 33,479 miles

Nearside headlamp aim poor

Nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 27 Sep 2013 33,479 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside headlamp aim poor

Nearside rear tyre perished

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 20,294 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2011 13,410 miles

front brake discs corroded slightly on outer faces

nearside body damage

Pass 16 Aug 2010 13,030 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 May 2009 11,839 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 10,829 miles

front brake discs are slightly worn

Pass 23 May 2007 9,591 miles

front brake discs are slightly lipped

Pass 20 Feb 2006 8,184 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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VX03 CXU is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CXU, 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 CXU registered?

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

Is VX03 CXU safe to buy?

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