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YF03 FFC

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,624 mi
Last recorded99,624 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 FFC
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 99,624 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2018 99,477 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened strut top bearing (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 95,468 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2017 95,444 miles

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

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 92,116 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

offside front upper strut top bearing worn

Pass 28 Oct 2015 89,188 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 85,889 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2014 85,887 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 80,839 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 80,788 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 75,815 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 73,139 miles

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

travel on hand brake

Pass 2 Apr 2011 67,315 miles

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

nearside rear shocker cover loose

travel on hand brake.sticker in B zone screen.

Pass 3 Apr 2010 62,075 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 56,511 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 50,799 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 49,250 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 46,190 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 36,374 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2006 36,374 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front 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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YF03 FFC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF03 FFC, 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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YF03 FFC is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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