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WA03 FCV

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

102,592 mi
Last recorded102,592 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 FCV
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 102,592 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 92,824 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 84,708 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 84,708 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 81,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Jan 2013 81,846 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Jan 2012 74,681 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 74,681 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 68,077 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 68,077 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 27 Feb 2010 64,729 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 64,729 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 59,578 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 54,448 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 54,448 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2007 53,178 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 48,493 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 48,397 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

parking brake has slightly excessive travel

Fail 7 Feb 2006 47,727 miles

Offside Front Torsion bar attachment bracket fractured (2.4.E.4b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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 FCV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FCV, 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 FCV registered?

WA03 FCV is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is WA03 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 FCV shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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