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AU53 AMK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

94,052 mi
Last recorded94,052 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 94,052 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 94,052 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 89,128 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear and underbody (1.1.11 (c))

Front bonnet handle defective

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 85,508 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 85,508 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 84,984 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2018 84,984 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 80,116 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 73,381 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 66,459 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 60,247 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 55,407 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 49,911 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 48,522 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Fail 15 Sep 2011 48,522 miles

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

offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2010 46,051 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 42,844 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 39,063 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 34,467 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 28,228 miles

rear tyres weaaring low on edges and close to legal limit

Fail 21 Sep 2006 28,228 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

centre exhaust hanger bracket broken but system still secure

front tyres wearing low on edges and close to legal limits

rear wiper rubber split

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 AMK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AMK, 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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AU53 AMK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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