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AG03 SFZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

192,203 mi
Last recorded192,203 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 SFZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 192,203 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 177,744 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 168,605 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 168,605 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 162,589 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 162,589 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage GRILL (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 156,867 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front / mid exhaust very rusty

Fail 15 Oct 2014 156,867 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

front / mid exhaust very rusty

Pass 18 Oct 2013 150,822 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 122,967 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 105,571 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 105,571 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2009 94,754 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 94,754 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 71,669 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 56,467 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 40,788 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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AG03 SFZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AG03 SFZ, 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 AG03 SFZ registered?

AG03 SFZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is AG03 SFZ safe to buy?

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