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BL53 SXK

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

181,370 mi
Last recorded181,370 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 SXK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 181,370 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2012 174,161 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 166,798 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 154,267 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 153,920 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 134,980 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 117,751 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 102,348 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 84,807 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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BL53 SXK is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SXK, 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 SXK registered?

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

Is BL53 SXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 SXK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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