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DA03 RVR

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

123,521 mi
Last recorded123,521 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 RVR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 123,521 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 123,521 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 111,437 miles

front discs worn

Fail 22 Mar 2019 111,437 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

front discs worn

Pass 7 Feb 2018 98,404 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 7 Feb 2018 98,404 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 92,868 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 86,870 miles

engine covers fitted under vehicle

Pass 23 Mar 2015 80,234 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 73,892 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 66,470 miles

heater plug light 0n dash

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Dec 2011 58,383 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 53,048 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 53,048 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 42,826 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 36,499 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 33,086 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 33,086 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 17,159 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 RVR is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 RVR, 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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DA03 RVR is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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