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WA03 LSE

2003 Skoda Fabia

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

194,551 mi
Last recorded194,551 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 LSE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 194,551 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 188,907 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 188,905 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

engine cover fitted

exhaust rear silencer corroded

large under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2017 179,054 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

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

engine management light on

Pass 30 Mar 2016 163,009 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 20 Mar 2015 148,214 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 132,253 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 118,568 miles

mil light on

Pass 6 Mar 2012 106,063 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 91,966 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 80,293 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 66,531 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 51,436 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 30,312 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 20,095 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2006 20,095 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 LSE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LSE, 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 WA03 LSE registered?

WA03 LSE is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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