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AF03 FKU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

121,602 mi
Last recorded121,602 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 FKU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2022 121,602 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 119,649 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 117,862 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2019 114,904 miles

Nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover perrished

Pass 10 May 2018 111,713 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 108,382 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 104,799 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 98,738 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 98,738 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 May 2014 94,064 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 87,590 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 82,669 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 75,822 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 68,044 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 60,094 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 50,022 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 39,977 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 39,977 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2006 30,016 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 30,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear 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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AF03 FKU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FKU, 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 AF03 FKU registered?

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

Is AF03 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 FKU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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