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BX53 SZT

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

221,682 mi
Last recorded221,682 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 SZT
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 221,682 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nsr handbrake slightly low

Fail 14 Apr 2011 217,554 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

streeing rack worn

Pass 14 Apr 2011 217,554 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

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

streeing rack worn

Fail 16 Nov 2010 203,162 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

park brake travel

Pass 16 Nov 2010 203,162 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

park brake travel

Pass 20 Apr 2010 203,091 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Oil leak

advise slight play rack

Pass 5 Feb 2009 188,673 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nail in nearside front tyre

both rear tyres damaged on side walls

Pass 26 Jun 2008 168,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 135,589 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 119,287 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 113,261 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 94,686 miles

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

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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BX53 SZT is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BX53 SZT, 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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BX53 SZT is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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