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AF53 BJE

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

167,751 mi
Last recorded167,751 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BJE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 167,751 miles

engine cover fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2017 167,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine cover fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2016 152,804 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2016 152,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 137,767 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 125,390 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre Perishing

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 113,055 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 100,295 miles

o/s/r tyre starting to deteriorate on sidewall (195/65r15)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 88,004 miles

coolant stains at front of under shield (recommend investigation)

offside rear tyre has nail in tread and sidewalls starting to crack 195/65/15

Pass 15 Nov 2010 73,982 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 61,834 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 50,482 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 40,927 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 29,303 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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AF53 BJE is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF53 BJE, 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 BJE registered?

AF53 BJE is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is AF53 BJE safe to buy?

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