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YX03 DTF

2003 Skoda Fabia

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,649 mi
Last recorded58,649 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Fabia65,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 DTF
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 58,649 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

front bumper damage

Fail 19 Dec 2017 58,644 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

front bumper damage

Pass 21 Dec 2016 52,620 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 41,706 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 32,429 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 25,136 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 25,136 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 24,376 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

emmissions only just passed

wipers juddering but clear the screen

Pass 9 Aug 2012 21,508 miles

advise movement to both front lower arm rear bushes

Fail 9 Aug 2012 21,508 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise movement to both front lower arm rear bushes

Pass 15 Sep 2011 19,928 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 18,480 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 17,323 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 15,881 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 15,867 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 15,273 miles

Speedo not lighting up with side lights.

Fail 7 May 2008 15,273 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Speedo not lighting up with side lights.

Pass 2 May 2007 12,369 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 12,369 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 10,452 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 8,953 miles

Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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YX03 DTF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YX03 DTF, 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 YX03 DTF registered?

YX03 DTF is a 2003 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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