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BL53 SXJ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

161,937 mi
Last recorded161,937 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 SXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 161,937 miles

Front brake discs worn

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2011 149,340 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 131,702 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 114,026 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 96,336 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 77,935 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 77,645 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 77,645 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front pads o/s low

front tyres low 3-4 mm

o/s/r lower suspension arm bush splitting

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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BL53 SXJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BL53 SXJ, 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 BL53 SXJ registered?

BL53 SXJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is BL53 SXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 SXJ shows 8 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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