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AE03 FVU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

205,280 mi
Last recorded205,280 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 FVU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2022 205,280 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate on dash (7.1.6 (a))

hand brake lever comes up high

Fail 8 Feb 2022 205,263 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour all indecator bulbs white (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended i cannot get at rear belts to test (7.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault on dash (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

hand brake lever comes up high

Pass 28 Nov 2020 200,553 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 195,126 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 180,820 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 180,820 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 167,895 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 154,324 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 154,324 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 145,187 miles

n/s/r tyre outer edge worn very low

Pass 24 Apr 2015 135,386 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 125,418 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 125,418 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 117,404 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 109,350 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 101,056 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 91,781 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 84,553 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 76,688 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 68,815 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 55,549 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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AE03 FVU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 102,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 FVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE03 FVU registered?

AE03 FVU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is AE03 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 FVU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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