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BN52 HCE

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

158,937 mi
Last recorded158,937 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 HCE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2015 158,937 miles

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

slight damage to offside windscreen.

Pass 8 Feb 2014 150,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 140,983 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 135,933 miles

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

rear wiper blade insecure

Fail 18 Jan 2012 135,933 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

rear wiper blade insecure

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 123,436 miles

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 21 Jan 2010 111,936 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 94,971 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 80,666 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)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 65,306 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 50,311 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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BN52 HCE is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN52 HCE, 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 BN52 HCE registered?

BN52 HCE is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is BN52 HCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 HCE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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