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AF03 FRL

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,167 mi
Last recorded85,167 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 FRL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 85,167 miles

Coil Springs Corroded

Front Brake Discs Corroded

Front O/S Indicator Lens Damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2017 78,893 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 78,893 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 72,755 miles

Centre Exhaust Bracket Broken But Exhaust Still Secure

Exhaust Is Blowing Slightly From The Centre Joint

Front Brakes Appear Worn

Front O/S Wishbone Rear Bush Starting To Split

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 64,427 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 59,685 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 54,053 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system is corroded around joints, mounts and welds

rear axle bushes are slightly deteriorated on both sides of the vehicle

rear suspension coil springs are corroded on both sides of the vehicle

Pass 11 May 2011 48,872 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 12 May 2010 44,799 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 41,042 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 36,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

Pass 10 May 2007 31,921 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2006 25,857 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 FRL is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FRL, 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 FRL registered?

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

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The MOT history for AF03 FRL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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