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AF53 BKV

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,722 mi
Last recorded120,722 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BKV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 120,722 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Oct 2015 120,722 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 109,835 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2013 103,693 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 96,861 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 85,948 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 1 Dec 2010 75,295 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 64,420 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 54,307 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 54,307 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 43,417 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 30,449 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 BKV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF53 BKV, 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 AF53 BKV registered?

AF53 BKV is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is AF53 BKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 BKV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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