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AU53 CEK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,095 mi
Last recorded147,095 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 CEK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 147,095 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2017 144,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 138,087 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 130,329 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 129,425 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 115,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 115,433 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 103,021 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 91,218 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2011 79,399 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly worn and pitted

Pass 9 Sep 2010 65,478 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,202 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 42,456 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 31,245 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 19,470 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 CEK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CEK, 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 AU53 CEK registered?

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

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