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WA03 EEF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

149,047 mi
Last recorded149,047 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 EEF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 149,047 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 136,545 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 132,483 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 122,807 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 106,039 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 101,672 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 99,520 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 99,520 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 96,777 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 93,132 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 85,482 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 83,190 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 75,661 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 67,704 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 67,704 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 61,210 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 61,206 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

exhaust tailbox corroded

n/s/f tyre sidewall cut but not down to cords

Pass 6 Mar 2008 53,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Mar 2008 53,224 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 34,577 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 25,871 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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WA03 EEF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WA03 EEF, 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 WA03 EEF registered?

WA03 EEF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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