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WV52 BFO

2003 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

116,387 mi
Last recorded116,387 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 BFO
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 116,387 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 100,550 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Det (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 100,550 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Det (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 90,790 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 83,617 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 77,930 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 77,930 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2015 67,618 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 67,618 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 57,989 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 57,988 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 47,652 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 47,652 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 38,982 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 36,600 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 33,236 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 33,236 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 28,729 miles

coolant leak from engine

Fail 21 Jan 2009 28,729 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coolant leak from engine

Pass 17 Jan 2008 24,842 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 20,145 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 13,758 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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WV52 BFO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 WV52 BFO, 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 WV52 BFO registered?

WV52 BFO is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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The MOT history for WV52 BFO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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