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AE53 EVR

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

102,084 mi
Last recorded102,084 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 EVR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 102,084 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 93,924 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 89,282 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 82,809 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 77,390 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 70,244 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 61,838 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 61,838 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 53,941 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 46,850 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 36,036 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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AE53 EVR is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AE53 EVR, 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

How do I check the history of AE53 EVR?

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What year was AE53 EVR registered?

AE53 EVR is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AE53 EVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 EVR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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