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CX53 JVH

2003 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

136,535 mi
Last recorded136,535 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 JVH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 136,535 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn on both edges

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front tyre worn on both edges

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Feb 2017 116,529 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 116,528 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2016 110,248 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 110,187 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs rusty

Pass 30 Jan 2015 104,754 miles

both front brake flexi hoses in poor condition

both rear shock absorber dust covers missing

front brake discs in poor condition

nsf indicator has a temporary repair

nsf track rod end ruber dust cover perished

osr coil spring corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2015 104,754 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front brake flexi hoses in poor condition

both rear shock absorber dust covers missing

front brake discs in poor condition

nsf indicator has a temporary repair

nsf track rod end ruber dust cover perished

osr coil spring corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2014 99,647 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 99,647 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 94,989 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2012 89,347 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 84,228 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 78,963 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 69,094 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 69,094 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 61,875 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 48,257 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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CX53 JVH is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CX53 JVH, 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 CX53 JVH registered?

CX53 JVH is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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