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CU53 VPD

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,750 mi
Last recorded124,750 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 124,750 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 111,277 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 99,021 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 84,801 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 73,914 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 66,128 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 61,332 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 59,782 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 59,782 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 47,491 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 37,279 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 27,937 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 23,282 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 VPD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CU53 VPD, 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 VPD registered?

CU53 VPD is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is CU53 VPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 VPD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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