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AF03 FCA

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

144,943 mi
Last recorded144,943 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 FCA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 144,943 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jan 2015 135,710 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2015 135,710 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 124,177 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 112,214 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 100,188 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 87,300 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 69,662 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 52,775 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 37,360 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 32,262 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 24,666 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 FCA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FCA, 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 FCA registered?

AF03 FCA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is AF03 FCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 FCA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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