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WU03 DRZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,889 mi
Last recorded122,889 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 DRZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 122,889 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 3 Dec 2024 121,431 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2023 119,720 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2022 118,512 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Cover (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2021 117,970 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2020 117,007 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 115,735 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlights need plastic lens polished (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 113,963 miles

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 112,766 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 112,179 miles

Centre Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear brakes tight spots when wheels turn

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 8 May 2015 110,618 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tight spot on rear brakes when wheels turned manualy

Pass 8 May 2014 107,613 miles

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 silencer rusty

Pass 22 May 2013 104,324 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 100,533 miles

rear exhaust silencer rusty

Pass 19 May 2011 97,515 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 May 2010 95,063 miles

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

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

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

PARKING BRAKE REQUIRES ADJUSTMENT

Pass 14 May 2009 92,735 miles

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

engine management light staying

Pass 21 May 2008 87,625 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 83,409 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 78,470 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 DRZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DRZ, 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 DRZ registered?

WU03 DRZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 29 May 2003.

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