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AE53 GYB

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,495 mi
Last recorded50,495 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 GYB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2012 50,495 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

front and rear under wheel arches covered

Pass 29 Nov 2011 47,077 miles

gear box oil leaks

Pass 24 Nov 2010 42,500 miles

both rear indicators faded

both rear tyre side walls perrishing and starting to crack

damage to n/s/f wing and front bumper

Pass 27 Nov 2009 38,906 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 35,261 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 35,261 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 30,575 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 23,751 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 GYB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GYB, 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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How do I check the history of AE53 GYB?

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What year was AE53 GYB registered?

AE53 GYB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is AE53 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 GYB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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