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AG03 TKZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,935 mi
Last recorded85,935 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 TKZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 85,935 miles

Rear NEAR SIDE CHILD SEAT

Fail 10 Oct 2017 85,935 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear NEAR SIDE CHILD SEAT

Pass 1 Oct 2016 82,625 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 76,358 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 70,413 miles

###STRONG ADVISE#### engine smokey

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakes noisy/squeeky

rear wash inop.

Pass 8 Oct 2014 70,413 miles

###STRONG ADVISE#### engine smokey

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakes noisy/squeeky

rear wash inop.

Pass 3 Oct 2013 65,136 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 65,128 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 60,675 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 55,871 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 50,680 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 45,865 miles

engine smokey

nearside front tyre wall damaged

Fail 8 Oct 2009 45,865 miles

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

engine smokey

nearside front tyre wall damaged

Pass 7 Oct 2008 40,474 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine smokey

Fail 9 Oct 2007 36,310 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 36,310 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 33,481 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 TKZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue 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 TKZ, 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 AG03 TKZ registered?

AG03 TKZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is AG03 TKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG03 TKZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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