CarVerify

Free Car Check

YJ03 KVZ

2003 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1397cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

90,834 mi
Last recorded90,834 miles
Recorded on4 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 KVZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 May 2020 90,834 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 87,064 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2019 87,084 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2018 82,721 miles

hand brake travel

headlamp no adj

Fail 17 May 2018 82,721 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

hand brake travel

headlamp no adj

Pass 17 May 2017 78,427 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 73,770 miles

Front Wipers smearing windscreen

Fail 17 May 2016 73,770 miles

Front Wipers smearing windscreen

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2015 70,854 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside and offside rear seatbelts slightly slow to retract.

nearside and offside rear tyres have cracks within tread.

nearside rear bump stop perished,not fallen at this time.

Fail 12 May 2015 70,854 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

nearside and offside rear seatbelts slightly slow to retract.

nearside and offside rear tyres have cracks within tread.

nearside rear bump stop perished,not fallen at this time.

Pass 21 May 2014 65,578 miles

both front console bushes starting to split/perish[n/s worst],center exhaust clamp corroded [secure],front pads 3/4 worn

Pass 23 May 2013 59,863 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 59,828 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

both front tyres worn to 2/3mm,slight coolant weep from radiator fan switch seal,slight play in both front drop links

Pass 15 May 2012 53,548 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 53,548 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

both front headlamp beam pattern poor,n/s/f console bush starting to perish ,rear number plate starting to de-laminate,radiator leaking at n/s lower corner

Pass 10 May 2011 47,148 miles

both front headlamp beam patern weak [may require new lamps for next test]

Pass 26 May 2010 41,789 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 35,411 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 27,633 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 21,472 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 21,472 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 15,925 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
Full Skoda Fabia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YJ03 KVZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Blue 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 YJ03 KVZ, 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

How do I check the history of YJ03 KVZ?

You can check the full history of YJ03 KVZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YJ03 KVZ registered?

YJ03 KVZ is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is YJ03 KVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 KVZ 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.

Does YJ03 KVZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YJ03 KVZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.