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DG53 FBJ

2003 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,014 mi
Last recorded105,014 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 FBJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2011 105,014 miles

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

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

both rear axle bushes cracking

front number plate cracked

nearside reverse light not working

offside rear door not opening from inside or outside

offside rear shocker bump stop split

rear wiper blade worn

Fail 30 Nov 2011 105,014 miles

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

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

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

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

both rear axle bushes cracking

front number plate cracked

nearside reverse light not working

offside rear door not opening from inside or outside

offside rear shocker bump stop split

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 2 Dec 2010 95,662 miles

front number plate slightly cracked

nearside front tyre slightly low tread

offside front tyre slightly low tread

Pass 2 Dec 2009 86,274 miles

ADVISE CAM BELT RENEW

CLUTCH JUDDER

LH WIPER BLADE RENEW

RADIATOR LEAKING

REAR WIPER BLADE RENEW

SCREEN STICKERS

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 1 Dec 2009 86,274 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

ADVISE CAM BELT RENEW

CLUTCH JUDDER

LH WIPER BLADE RENEW

RADIATOR LEAKING

REAR WIPER BLADE RENEW

SCREEN STICKERS

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 76,402 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 76,402 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear blade wiper u/s

Pass 30 Nov 2007 68,103 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 57,474 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 57,474 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DG53 FBJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DG53 FBJ, 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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DG53 FBJ is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 2003.

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