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AF03 DZB

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,990 mi
Last recorded136,990 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 DZB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 136,990 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 126,071 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 115,335 miles

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

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

nearside outer sill damaged

Pass 21 Jul 2014 102,873 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 91,084 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 81,222 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front and rear brake application and release slightly uneven

nearside front door and outer sill damaged

offside front wing damaged

Fail 27 Jul 2011 72,751 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s outer sill damage

n/s/f door damage

Pass 27 Jul 2011 72,751 miles

n/s outer sill damage

n/s/f door damage

Pass 27 Jul 2010 64,277 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 64,277 miles

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

both rear tyres getting low

child seats fitted in rear

Pass 21 Jul 2009 56,200 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 47,582 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 37,314 miles

rear exhaust box bent on tail pips

Pass 16 Jun 2006 31,257 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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AF03 DZB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF03 DZB, 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 AF03 DZB registered?

AF03 DZB is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is AF03 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 DZB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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