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YF03 FFN

2003 Skoda Fabia

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

158,284 mi
Last recorded158,284 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 FFN
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 158,284 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 154,710 miles

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

Under Vehicle Corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2023 150,996 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 150,985 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 145,033 miles

EML - before 1/7/2003

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2021 145,033 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

EML - before 1/7/2003

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 140,406 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 136,172 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 131,355 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 131,355 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door glass (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Front worn inner edge

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

Pass 20 May 2016 125,533 miles

engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 May 2015 118,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 109,243 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2013 102,963 miles

advise exhaust corroaded front to back

advise nearside rear tyre has a cut on sidewall but not showing cords or ply

Pass 22 May 2012 94,959 miles

slight play in offside inner steering rack end

small stone chip at top of windscreen on offside out of swept area

Fail 22 May 2012 94,959 miles

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

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

both front bottom arm rear bushes slight movement when on floor & pulling wheel back

slight play in offside inner steering rack end

small stone chip at top of windscreen on offside out of swept area

Pass 26 May 2011 86,346 miles

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

engine light on

front tyres worn more on edges

oil level low

under trays fitted

Fail 26 May 2011 86,346 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

engine light on

front tyres worn more on edges

oil level low

under trays fitted

Pass 21 May 2010 77,321 miles

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

un der trays fitted

Pass 27 May 2009 68,690 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

rear brake application slightly uneven

rear silencer exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2008 59,633 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 49,510 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 39,068 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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YF03 FFN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FFN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF03 FFN registered?

YF03 FFN is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 May 2003.

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The MOT history for YF03 FFN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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