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CV53 MPX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

190,237 mi
Last recorded190,237 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 MPX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 190,237 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

under tray fitted at the time of test

Fail 17 Nov 2015 190,237 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

under tray fitted at the time of test

Pass 13 Dec 2014 181,434 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 170,291 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 158,022 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 143,792 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 143,791 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

passenger rear door cannot be opened from outside of the vehicle

Pass 25 Nov 2010 135,157 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 115,754 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 115,754 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 95,718 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 95,718 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 75,522 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 54,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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CV53 MPX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV53 MPX, 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 CV53 MPX registered?

CV53 MPX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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