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WU03 DLJ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Orange Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

213,555 mi
Last recorded213,555 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 DLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 213,555 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 208,588 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust section outer skin peeling away

Pass 2 May 2017 202,680 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust section outer skin peeling away

Pass 22 Apr 2016 196,071 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust box outer cover corroded

Rear seats folded at time of test.

Pass 21 Apr 2015 189,267 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 183,307 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 176,883 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 176,883 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 171,145 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 28 Mar 2011 163,151 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 155,168 miles

windscreen wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Fail 8 Apr 2010 155,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

windscreen wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Pass 18 Mar 2009 148,074 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 141,044 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 127,203 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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WU03 DLJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Orange with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WU03 DLJ, 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 WU03 DLJ registered?

WU03 DLJ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 June 2003.

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