In 1981, the entire production was moved to the Slovakian city (Škoda TAZ).

The vehicle was also manufactured in small-scale production in 1994–2010 by Ocelot Auto in Žacléř.

Inability to secure suppliers of parts and accessories in Czechoslovakia were the reason the production was delayed until 1968.

The Škoda 1202 serves as the technical basis of the vehicle.

The Škoda 1203 lasted for over thirty years without major structural interventions in production, and contributed significantly to the development of small businesses after 1989.