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AF03 EBK

2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

237,007 mi
Last recorded237,007 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI86,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 EBK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Ambiente TDI
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 237,007 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2021 236,725 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 219,107 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 218,573 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 199,576 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 198,943 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI?

Based on 2,377 MOT tests across 641 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
8,059
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
641
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Registration plate lamp not working 13
Stop lamp not working 12
Direction indicator incorrect colour 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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AF03 EBK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 86,278 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 EBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF03 EBK?

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What year was AF03 EBK registered?

AF03 EBK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia Ambiente TDI, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is AF03 EBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 EBK shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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