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AJ03 SKX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,687 mi
Last recorded132,687 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 SKX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 132,687 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 132,687 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 100,262 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 84,076 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 77,408 miles

AirConditioning system in-op

N/S/F Window in-op

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 74,473 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 70,264 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 64,165 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 46,160 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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AJ03 SKX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AJ03 SKX, 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 AJ03 SKX registered?

AJ03 SKX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is AJ03 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 SKX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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