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AE53 TWG

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

109,438 mi
Last recorded109,438 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 TWG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 109,438 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 103,493 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 103,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 97,044 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 97,044 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 89,918 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 89,918 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 84,281 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 84,281 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 75,855 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 67,739 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 59,675 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 52,548 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 52,548 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 44,904 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 36,342 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 28,128 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 17,051 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 11,682 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 TWG is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 TWG, 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 TWG registered?

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

Is AE53 TWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 TWG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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