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AE53 GYC

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,460 mi
Last recorded120,460 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 120,460 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

eml light staying on

nearside front outer sill damaged

Pass 16 May 2011 112,176 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2011 112,176 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2010 97,547 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 59,384 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 40,353 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 32,945 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 24,966 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 GYC 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 GYC, 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 AE53 GYC registered?

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

Is AE53 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 GYC 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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