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AE53 VPA

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

262,757 mi
Last recorded262,757 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 VPA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 262,757 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 24 Nov 2021 262,754 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak radiator ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 3 Dec 2020 239,885 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 215,964 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 190,455 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 190,455 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 171,549 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 153,051 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 153,051 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 133,939 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 115,064 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 99,799 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 89,232 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 75,559 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 75,559 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 63,704 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear bumpstops wearing.

Pass 18 Dec 2009 55,432 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 47,088 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 32,772 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 32,772 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 18,658 miles

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

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

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 VPA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VPA, 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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AE53 VPA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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