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AE03 ZBU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,896 mi
Last recorded125,896 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 ZBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 125,896 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 119,552 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 111,259 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 111,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 103,115 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 95,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 86,240 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 79,898 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front brake discs corroded and worn on inner faces reccomend full inspection to verify condition

front brakes out of ballance slightly possibly require new discs and pads in near future

o/s/f wing and bumper slight damage

slight signs of surface corrosion underside brake pipes coil springs e.t.c

Pass 7 Jul 2008 58,116 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 46,680 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 40,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

n/s/r sill damaged

Pass 5 Jun 2007 40,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r sill damaged

Pass 14 Jun 2006 31,435 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2006 31,435 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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 ZBU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 ZBU registered?

AE03 ZBU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is AE03 ZBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 ZBU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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