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AE53 HUK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

171,055 mi
Last recorded171,055 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 171,055 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 157,053 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe from flexi over axle beam (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded metal pipe at flexi over axle beam (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jan 2016 148,824 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 148,819 miles

Centre Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 145,067 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 127,506 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Sep 2012 112,659 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Aug 2011 93,364 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 83,331 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 72,150 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 60,368 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 46,466 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 36,584 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 HUK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HUK, 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 AE53 HUK registered?

AE53 HUK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is AE53 HUK safe to buy?

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