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AU53 AFK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,764 mi
Last recorded164,764 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 AFK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 164,764 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 146,291 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021
Fail 24 Aug 2021 132,192 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 121,992 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 116,361 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 110,594 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 68,488 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 54,449 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 43,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 38,158 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 38,158 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 33,224 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 26,821 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 20,937 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 16,403 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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AU53 AFK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel 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 AU53 AFK, 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 AU53 AFK registered?

AU53 AFK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 AFK 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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