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BU53 BWZ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

114,082 mi
Last recorded114,082 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 BWZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 114,082 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 111,903 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 111,903 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 108,776 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 103,560 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 99,012 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 93,611 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 90,042 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 83,743 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 79,379 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 73,065 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 66,898 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 61,884 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 55,410 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 46,760 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 40,797 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 34,368 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 28,181 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,488 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 20,643 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 16,273 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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BU53 BWZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BU53 BWZ, 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 BU53 BWZ registered?

BU53 BWZ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is BU53 BWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 BWZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 BWZ have outstanding finance?

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