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AF53 BGX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,514 mi
Last recorded143,514 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BGX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 143,514 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 129,932 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 129,932 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 116,694 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 116,694 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 100,230 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 100,230 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 87,228 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 79,955 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 66,881 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 55,547 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 55,547 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 52,839 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 47,726 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 42,245 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 37,203 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 31,502 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 25,680 miles

rear brake application slightly uneven

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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AF53 BGX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF53 BGX, 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 AF53 BGX registered?

AF53 BGX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is AF53 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 BGX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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