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AF53 BKX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,581 mi
Last recorded153,581 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BKX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 153,581 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 142,399 miles

Exhaust system deterioration

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside sun-visor clip broken

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 130,842 miles

Driver sun visor clip broken

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 May 2017 119,903 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 110,509 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 110,311 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 May 2015 101,422 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2015 101,421 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 20 May 2014 92,069 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 23 May 2013 82,716 miles

slight windscreen damage

Pass 14 May 2012 72,637 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 63,481 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake imbalance on limits

n/s rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 20 May 2010 55,338 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 46,324 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 40,687 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 33,113 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 BKX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BKX, 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 BKX registered?

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

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The MOT history for AF53 BKX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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