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BJ03 GOA

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

223,660 mi
Last recorded223,660 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 GOA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 223,660 miles

Engine oil leak

Hazard light switch deteriorated

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 223,660 miles

Engine oil leak

Hazard light switch deteriorated

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 169,341 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 121,279 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST BRACKET INSECURE = WELD REQUIRED

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

LOWER ENGINE TRAY INSECURE

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 111,848 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 111,848 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 101,365 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 101,365 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 84,507 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 73,471 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 62,265 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 54,287 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 44,712 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 35,785 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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BJ03 GOA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BJ03 GOA, 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 BJ03 GOA registered?

BJ03 GOA is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BJ03 GOA safe to buy?

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