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AY03 DTX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

318,013 mi
Last recorded318,013 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 DTX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2014 318,013 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 310,325 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 303,996 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 297,102 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 288,444 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/r brake slightly low effort

Pass 24 Feb 2009 279,234 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f c.v boot slighty deteriated

Pass 29 Feb 2008 270,827 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Feb 2008 270,816 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 247,713 miles

some slight loss of lubricant from o/s/front outer c/v joint rubber gaiter.

Pass 9 Mar 2006 183,368 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 183,367 miles

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

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

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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AY03 DTX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AY03 DTX, 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 AY03 DTX registered?

AY03 DTX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is AY03 DTX safe to buy?

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