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YJ03 XVP

2003 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

117,464 mi
Last recorded117,464 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 XVP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 117,464 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 117,326 miles

Emissions not tested front exhaust blowing (7.3.A.1)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc offside front outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2017 108,162 miles

both rear tyres cracking up on inner sidewall

Fail 10 May 2017 108,162 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both rear tyres cracking up on inner sidewall

Fail 5 May 2017 108,067 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2016 99,051 miles

backbox blowing slightly

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall starting to crack

slight oil leak

Fail 16 May 2016 98,976 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

backbox blowing slightly

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall starting to crack

slight oil leak

Pass 16 May 2015 91,838 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 84,121 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 76,417 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 70,446 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 64,770 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 64,769 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Both nearside wheel trims missing

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 13 Oct 2009 59,349 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2009 59,348 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f) DANGEROUS

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

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

Advise enginemanagement light on and engine misfiring

Advise very little reserve travel on hand brake lever.

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 47,762 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 47,762 miles

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

o/s/f tyre run off on inside edge.

Pass 27 Jul 2007 43,600 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 32,976 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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YJ03 XVP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 XVP, 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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YJ03 XVP is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 14 July 2003.

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