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BU03 GMF

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,839 mi
Last recorded123,839 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 GMF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 123,839 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 119,231 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 119,231 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 114,055 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013
Fail 29 Mar 2013 108,563 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 105,418 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 93,402 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front lower arm inner rear bushes starting to split

o/s/r brake starting to bind

Pass 26 Mar 2010 78,621 miles

o/s/r tyre inner edge bald

Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,454 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 63,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 48,462 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 37,513 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 26,582 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 26,582 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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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BU03 GMF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BU03 GMF, 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 BU03 GMF registered?

BU03 GMF is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BU03 GMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 GMF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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