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CU53 EOD

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

135,878 mi
Last recorded135,878 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 EOD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 135,878 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 126,682 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 119,903 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 119,261 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 113,852 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 102,977 miles

Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 96,999 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 93,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 86,108 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 67,313 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 60,382 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 39,718 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 35,433 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 31,426 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 26,353 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 26,353 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 22,110 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 22,110 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 16,891 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 11,311 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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CU53 EOD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CU53 EOD, 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 CU53 EOD registered?

CU53 EOD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for CU53 EOD shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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