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DA03 RMU

2003 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

239,058 mi
Last recorded239,058 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 RMU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 239,058 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 237,778 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2014 235,966 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 223,056 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 196,867 miles

Slight play in steering column

Pass 14 Jul 2011 166,170 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 135,962 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 119,235 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 118,117 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 118,116 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 48,345 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 80,681 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 30,196 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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DA03 RMU 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 84.6%.

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 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 DA03 RMU, 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 DA03 RMU registered?

DA03 RMU is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is DA03 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 RMU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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