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2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

128,983 mi
Last recorded128,983 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2023 128,983 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 118,512 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 118,510 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 99,930 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 92,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder worn 185/60/14 82h (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 89,392 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 87,648 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 85,987 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 84,178 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to mishape on tread

Pass 1 Apr 2016 82,207 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 80,782 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,952 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin deteriorated but sound at present.

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2014 75,958 miles

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

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin deteriorated but sound at present.

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

Front bumper (lower) trim insecure.

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 70,509 miles

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

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

advise o/s handbrake caliper lever not returning fully

advise rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 15 Feb 2013 70,456 miles

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

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

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

advise o/s handbrake caliper lever not returning fully

advise rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2011 64,524 miles

Both front headlamp lenses deteriorating.

Handbrake travel long.

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)

Rear no plate deteriorating.

Pass 13 Dec 2010 60,439 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 58,489 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 58,489 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 54,911 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 51,144 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 51,143 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Rear silencer corroded . No leaks.

Pass 23 May 2006 48,636 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 48,636 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear 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 VKW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 VKW, 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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WA03 VKW is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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