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CU03 FZR

2003 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,184 mi
Last recorded90,184 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 FZR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 90,184 miles

underbody surface corrosion

Fail 12 Dec 2019 90,184 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

underbody surface corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2018 85,114 miles

advise : under body surface corrsion

Pass 16 Dec 2017 79,540 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 72,638 miles

advise : under body surface corrsion

Fail 17 Dec 2016 72,638 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

advise : under body surface corrsion

Pass 27 Nov 2015 68,755 miles

Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

advise under body/rear axle surface corrsion

Fail 27 Nov 2015 68,755 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

advise under body/rear axle surface corrsion

Pass 24 Nov 2014 67,930 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 66,354 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 63,432 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 61,795 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre worn on outside tread.

Pass 30 Nov 2010 59,710 miles

underside rusty

Fail 30 Nov 2010 59,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

underside rusty

Fail 24 Nov 2009 56,481 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 56,481 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 54,014 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 50,840 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 46,480 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 41,832 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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CU03 FZR is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU03 FZR, 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 CU03 FZR registered?

CU03 FZR is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is CU03 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 FZR shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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